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Fitech Go EFI 400hp installed on my 78

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Old 03-14-2017, 04:59 PM
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Perfect, Thanks
I'll measure my q-jet setup this weekend.
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There was a tag on the Fitech Command Center that said you must use a vented gas cap. Can't seem to fine a "true" vented cap, any thoughts on this would be appreciated! Here is a quick video showing an idea that I think will work..... maybe!!!



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Old 03-15-2017, 07:56 PM
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I think will work..... maybe!!!
I did the same thing to vent tank when I install my Fitech unit and have no problems to report. I'm sure its not the best way but I would do it again and not think twice. No gas smell in garage either.
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I also drilled a hole in my cap too... Likewise no drama, no smell, seems to work fine.
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Old 03-16-2017, 04:16 PM
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The stant caps come apart with a small prybar/screwdriver and you can remove the springs & valves. In racing if your vent isn't sized right you can actually collapse a tank with a good pump. I drilled the center of mine out more once the stuff was removed. I also put back on a nonvented cap on for winter storage.

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Old 03-16-2017, 09:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Bloodzone
I did the same thing to vent tank when I install my Fitech unit and have no problems to report. I'm sure its not the best way but I would do it again and not think twice. No gas smell in garage either.
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I went with an in-tank pump and maintained the existing evap system (charcoal canister) to act as the vent. So far so good.
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Went for a drive the Fitech EFI. Gotta say so far it's doing great!!

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Looks good! Get a bunch of driving in before fiddling with settings much, it gets much better as you drive it more.
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Looks good! Get a bunch of driving in before fiddling with settings much, it gets much better as you drive it more.
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