26 Oct 2024
Firewall forward components
Worked on firewall forward components. Installed firewall strengthening channel and battery box. Covered batter box in Thermo-Tec heat shield as per firewall.
Fitted 1x GA 56 GPS antenna bracket, the cover for the ammeter shunt, the coolant expansion bottle, gasolator, oil reservoir mounting bracket, various grommets and mounts.
Assembled fuel pump brackets and installed on firewall - used slightly shorter (30mm) stainless steel screws to be less intrusive in the cabin, and applied plastic nut covers inside to protect against potential chafing.
Manufactured fuel hose from firewall supply fitting to the gascolator from stainless steel braided AN6 PTFT hose. Fitted fire sleeve.