Emergency fuel can for frunk

[Marquis DeShay]

will be replacing the Ft strut gators are FT strut protect tubes my bmw parts friend informed me that rancho shock boots will work and they silicone boots and will outlast the rubber boots . I order a set from Amazon and will see if they work 5$ us will let you know if it fits

 

[Mondomensch]

will be replacing the Ft strut gators are FT strut protect tubes my bmw parts friend informed me that rancho shock boots will work and they silicone boots and will outlast the rubber boots . I order a set from Amazon and will see if they work 5$ us will let you know if it fits

If they do, please post part numbers or ordering info.

 

[Whereitis]

I failed to mention that i use Bimmer code to code for a larger rex tank coding and to be able to turn on the Rex below 75 percent

Can you please list the exact model number of the RJS 8-gallon fuel cell? I contacted Summit Racing about this and they claim there is no RJS fuel cell with that capacity that will fit the dimensions of the i3 frunk. They tried to sell me a 5-gallon fuel cell that supposedly would fit.

 

[Marquis DeShay]

Can you please list the exact model number of the RJS 8-gallon fuel cell? I contacted Summit Racing about this and they claim there is no RJS fuel cell with that capacity that will fit the dimensions of the i3 frunk. They tried to sell me a 5-gallon fuel cell that supposedly would fit.

RJS Economy Fuel Cells 3006401 the cost is 96$ usd​

 

[airman2482]

I've thought about going the Jerry Can route myself for a more permanent install. A properly made one is not cheap, but being welded mild steel, they are more durable than anything else that could fit the frunk if it gets damaged. That's obviously no guarantee of being leak free after impact, but the last thing I would want is a massive ignitable mist cloud from a more direct hit and I don't trust plastic or even aluminum to prevent that on their own.

I thought about buying a tank too. I would NOT buy any plastic or metal can which fits the frunk. I’d make a “fuel cell” (a real one - lattice inside included) so if there was a frontal collision, the thing wouldn’t explode if only partially full - No guarantees but better than a container full of liquid.

Here’s an article (and dealer) for fuel cells/

https://www.snakeeaterperformance.c...ing with,tanks inside the drivers compartment.

 

[Marquis DeShay]

RJS Economy Fuel Cells 3006401 the cost is 96$ usd​

also order the you can get the AN-8 fitting for the fuel cell

Vibrant Performance AN to Hose Barb Fittings 12027​

 

[Jaden39]

Fuel Cell in frunk
Hi BMW I3 forum member. I do a 800 mile round trip every week and my I3 , I modified it for this task,. I removed the frunk bucket and install a RJS 8 gal
fuel cell where the frunk bucket was. and a 12v electric fuel pump plumbed to the Rex fuel tank that controlled by a momentary switch mounted inside the car. You can add fuel to the Rex tank going down the interstate or stop. the extra fuel add 390 miles +- of range at a constant 70 mph a little less on hilly or mountainous highways here a list of parts 1. RJS 8 gal fuel cell, 2 AN-8 90 deg with 3/8 hose barb ffttings, 6 ft of 3/8 fuel hose, 3ft nylon see through hose
1, rollover -vent valve, 1 12v electrical fuel pump ( I tried 2 different pump from Amazon and both leak like a sieve. Get a A C Delco or a known good pump )
1, Bosch relay ( I recommend a weather sealed relay ) 1 add a fuse ( for the in cab switch 5amp fuse ) 1, in line fuse ( for power from the 12v battery to the relay 10amp fuse ) 1, 1/8 NPT 90deg with a 3/8 barb fitting 1, new fuel tank cap ( Remove the black top of the cap and drill a 0.332 hole in the dead center of the cap and tap with a 1/8 NPT tap ) 1, Rubber truck flap ( cut a flat 5in X 18in piece to put between the crossmember and the botton of the fuel cell ) 1 2in ratchet strap. the setup can be removed in 5min for A/C service or emissions test( remove and cap fuel hose in filler neck and put the original fuel cal back, if A/C needs service removed both AN-8 fittings and remove fuel cell.. I do not need the frunk its not weather sealed and everything i put in it gets dirty and wet. Also I was tired of replaceing tires every 8k to 15k and I am not a fan of Bridgestone tires, so I did some research on tires and found out that you can use a Michelins primacy AS 195/50-19 for the rear and my Ft tires are michelins E primacy 175/60-19. I ordered the 175/60-19 michelins from a tire dealer in Italy with free shipping that on E Bay, the 195/50-19 was sourced at tire rack. com( probably will lose 2-3 mile per kilowatt but its a Rex, will trade that for longer tire lifeHope this helps tell me what you think or hate on me Thanks

Rich rebuilds did this a while age (with a video) with his i3 Rex keep in mind if this i3 get into an accident ( front impact) with wIth that much fuel Unprotected- it my be catastrophic, so please be careful if you do this.

 

[Robinson451]

if you need extra oil capacity for your Rex you can use a Wix filter# 51348 and cost half of the stock filter

I see a Wix 51348 and a Wix 51348XP. Neither mentions extra capacity. Are these just bigger than the spec’ed filter? And there is plenty of room for them? Thanks.

 

[Marquis DeShay]

I see a Wix 51348 and a Wix 51348XP. Neither mentions extra capacity. Are these just bigger than the spec’ed filter? And there is plenty of room for them? Thanks.

the filter can is longer and you get more filter medium . maybe 0.2 - 0.3 liters of oil more than the motorcycle filter that spec for it

 

[unL33T]

I see a Wix 51348 and a Wix 51348XP. Neither mentions extra capacity. Are these just bigger than the spec’ed filter? And there is plenty of room for them? Thanks.

Yes and there is plenty of space. Used this on my first oil change after getting the car recently. Way easier to find than the original.