Rick_A
Well Known Member
I'm converting my 7A to fuel injection and I'm looking for ideas on how best to install the AFP fuel pump/filter.
This is a retro fit, so I'm working around existing brake lines and a large wire bundle that are already installed in the center floor between the fuel valve and firewall. The pump & filter came with some large adel clamps to be used for mounting.
What is the Van's method for mounting the AFP pump/filter in the current 7/9 plans? I see that Van's sells a AFP pump installation kit, but I already have the pump and filter, so what else does Vans include in the mounting kit?
Also, I don't know whether I should try mounting the pump and filter directly to the fuselage or whether I should fabricate some sort of mounting bracket. I was even thinking of reinforcing the center cover and mounting on top to the existing cover and then making a dog house to cover the pump.
Your thoughts, ideas and pictures would be welcome.
Thanks
This is a retro fit, so I'm working around existing brake lines and a large wire bundle that are already installed in the center floor between the fuel valve and firewall. The pump & filter came with some large adel clamps to be used for mounting.
What is the Van's method for mounting the AFP pump/filter in the current 7/9 plans? I see that Van's sells a AFP pump installation kit, but I already have the pump and filter, so what else does Vans include in the mounting kit?
Also, I don't know whether I should try mounting the pump and filter directly to the fuselage or whether I should fabricate some sort of mounting bracket. I was even thinking of reinforcing the center cover and mounting on top to the existing cover and then making a dog house to cover the pump.
Your thoughts, ideas and pictures would be welcome.
Thanks