[Z06] Questions about Aviaid and Lingenfelter 9 qt dry sump combo.
02-13-2011, 04:23 AM
#1
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Questions about Aviaid and Lingenfelter 9 qt dry sump combo.
I would like to do the Lingenfelter 9 qt dry sump tank to my Z06. But at the same time I would like to do the Aviaid Dry Sump Tank Insert and Oil Pan Insert and Windage Tray.
My main concern is about the Aviaid Dry Sump Tank Insert and the modded 9qt Lingenfelter Tank. Will these work together properly? The Aviaid Tank Insert has the circle metal pieces that seem to either be there to center the Tank Insert to the Tank body or to actually form a kind of seal to the Tank Body and separate the oil in levels or steps. I don't know what better way to explain what I have in my head right now. lol
If you look at the Lingefelter modded Tank here, you can see the tank is no longer cylinder shaped.
http://www.lingenfelter.com/mm5/merc...egory_Code=C54
The Aviaid pieces can be viewed here on page 2. They are numbered as steps 1 and 2.
http://aviaid.com/pdfs/153-boltin_dr...6_corvette.pdf
If both the Lingenfelter Tank and Aviaid Tank Insert do not work properly together then I guess my next question would be whats better? A higher capacity of oil in the Dry Sump System from the modded Lingenfelter Tank? Or the improved air and oil separation along with improved oil control capability's of the Aviaid Tank Insert piece.
^^^ My guess here would be the later as I see it almost pointless to add more oil into a system that cant properly control the original amount of oil in it in the first place. Kind of like adding a bunch of power to a car that already has to much of it and cant put it down to the ground, right?
Am I wrong in my view of this?
Thanks in advance for any input.
-Alex.
My main concern is about the Aviaid Dry Sump Tank Insert and the modded 9qt Lingenfelter Tank. Will these work together properly? The Aviaid Tank Insert has the circle metal pieces that seem to either be there to center the Tank Insert to the Tank body or to actually form a kind of seal to the Tank Body and separate the oil in levels or steps. I don't know what better way to explain what I have in my head right now. lol
If you look at the Lingefelter modded Tank here, you can see the tank is no longer cylinder shaped.
http://www.lingenfelter.com/mm5/merc...egory_Code=C54
The Aviaid pieces can be viewed here on page 2. They are numbered as steps 1 and 2.
http://aviaid.com/pdfs/153-boltin_dr...6_corvette.pdf
If both the Lingenfelter Tank and Aviaid Tank Insert do not work properly together then I guess my next question would be whats better? A higher capacity of oil in the Dry Sump System from the modded Lingenfelter Tank? Or the improved air and oil separation along with improved oil control capability's of the Aviaid Tank Insert piece.
^^^ My guess here would be the later as I see it almost pointless to add more oil into a system that cant properly control the original amount of oil in it in the first place. Kind of like adding a bunch of power to a car that already has to much of it and cant put it down to the ground, right?
Am I wrong in my view of this?
Thanks in advance for any input.
-Alex.
Last edited by The Jake; 02-16-2011 at 04:52 AM.
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02-14-2011, 09:31 PM
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Le Mans Master
My understanding is that if you do the Aviaid Dry Sump Tank Insert and Oil Pan Insert and Windage Tray no need for the larger tank. Much smarter people than me can chime in however with their expertise.
02-15-2011, 01:19 AM
#6
Jake, maybe your concern is regarding the shape of the Ling tank, as you mentioned that it appears no longer cylindrically shaped.
However, the modified Ling tank is done by welding that boxy section to a standard oil tank and access to the extra capacity is by several holes drilled into the side of the tank. In other words, the interior of the Ling tank is identical to the standard Z06 tank with the exception of the additional holes. Therefore, it is still a cylinder and the Aviaid baffle is a good fit. I just completed the install with the Ling tank and Aviaid baffle this weekend and it makes sense.
Hope that helps.......
However, the modified Ling tank is done by welding that boxy section to a standard oil tank and access to the extra capacity is by several holes drilled into the side of the tank. In other words, the interior of the Ling tank is identical to the standard Z06 tank with the exception of the additional holes. Therefore, it is still a cylinder and the Aviaid baffle is a good fit. I just completed the install with the Ling tank and Aviaid baffle this weekend and it makes sense.
Hope that helps.......
02-15-2011, 12:21 PM
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Thread Starter
"cylindrically shaped". As hard as I tried I couldn't think of those two words (Or versions of them) the other night when I posted my questions. lol It was late..
But thanks to all of you and your input. I have heard exactly what I needed to hear and will be combining both the tank insert and modded tank shortly. Doing these simple upgrades seems like cheap insurance when tracking the Z06 on R-comp tires.
Thanks.
-Alex.
But thanks to all of you and your input. I have heard exactly what I needed to hear and will be combining both the tank insert and modded tank shortly. Doing these simple upgrades seems like cheap insurance when tracking the Z06 on R-comp tires.
Thanks.
-Alex.
02-15-2011, 01:25 PM
#8
Drifting
Inside of Lingenfelter 9 qt dry sump tank bottom half below.
You can see the four holes drilled in the side to allow oil to flow from the "add on" tank to the main tank. Three at the bottom and one at the top to vent the add on tank.
Aviaid Dry Sump Tank Insert fits fine.
If you use the Aviaid Oil Pan Insert and Windage Tray and want to retain the stock windage tray you will need to modify it.
Also the Katech LS7 oil pump upgrades the scavenge side of the oil pump which is another weak link in the oiling system.
Good luck with you project.
You can see the four holes drilled in the side to allow oil to flow from the "add on" tank to the main tank. Three at the bottom and one at the top to vent the add on tank.
Aviaid Dry Sump Tank Insert fits fine.
If you use the Aviaid Oil Pan Insert and Windage Tray and want to retain the stock windage tray you will need to modify it.
Also the Katech LS7 oil pump upgrades the scavenge side of the oil pump which is another weak link in the oiling system.
Good luck with you project.
02-15-2011, 02:15 PM
#9
Alex, a couple of tips when doing the Ling tank......
The instructions direct you to take off the oil temp sensor before you remove the tank from the car. Since it is on the back side of the tank, you can forget about the open hole when lowering the tank and spill residual oil. If you can, leave it in until you have the tank out. However, if you are concerned about damaging the sensor, go ahead and take it out first.
The second tip is when you reassemble the tank and instructions direct you to install the in/out lines with the new seals. The instructions talk about ensuring that the rubber side of the seals face the tank. This is because one side of the seal is metal and the other is rubber. However, GM has apparently changed the seal so now both sides are rubber so it makes no difference how the seal is installed. I puzzled over this one for a bit and cleared it up with a call to Lingenfelter.
Lastly, the filter at the bottom of the tank that needs to be removed from the original tank and installed in the Ling tank is very fragile (and apparently expensive). I found that if you wiggle it in addition to the twisting and pushing in the instructions it comes out easier.
Good luck with your project.
The instructions direct you to take off the oil temp sensor before you remove the tank from the car. Since it is on the back side of the tank, you can forget about the open hole when lowering the tank and spill residual oil. If you can, leave it in until you have the tank out. However, if you are concerned about damaging the sensor, go ahead and take it out first.
The second tip is when you reassemble the tank and instructions direct you to install the in/out lines with the new seals. The instructions talk about ensuring that the rubber side of the seals face the tank. This is because one side of the seal is metal and the other is rubber. However, GM has apparently changed the seal so now both sides are rubber so it makes no difference how the seal is installed. I puzzled over this one for a bit and cleared it up with a call to Lingenfelter.
Lastly, the filter at the bottom of the tank that needs to be removed from the original tank and installed in the Ling tank is very fragile (and apparently expensive). I found that if you wiggle it in addition to the twisting and pushing in the instructions it comes out easier.
Good luck with your project.
02-15-2011, 02:38 PM
#10
Melting Slicks
I also have LF tank and Aviaid and have had no problems for the last 2 years. Personally I decided to not do the Aviaid stock pan baffles. If I go to the next step I would buy the ARE pan and external oil filter. Just my .02 JD
02-16-2011, 05:02 AM
#11
Instructor
Thread Starter
Inside of Lingenfelter 9 qt dry sump tank bottom half below.
You can see the four holes drilled in the side to allow oil to flow from the "add on" tank to the main tank. Three at the bottom and one at the top to vent the add on tank.
Aviaid Dry Sump Tank Insert fits fine.
If you use the Aviaid Oil Pan Insert and Windage Tray and want to retain the stock windage tray you will need to modify it.
Also the Katech LS7 oil pump upgrades the scavenge side of the oil pump which is another weak link in the oiling system.
Good luck with you project.
You can see the four holes drilled in the side to allow oil to flow from the "add on" tank to the main tank. Three at the bottom and one at the top to vent the add on tank.
Aviaid Dry Sump Tank Insert fits fine.
If you use the Aviaid Oil Pan Insert and Windage Tray and want to retain the stock windage tray you will need to modify it.
Also the Katech LS7 oil pump upgrades the scavenge side of the oil pump which is another weak link in the oiling system.
Good luck with you project.
Also, with the way you put your stock windage tray over the Aviaid windage tray, wouldn't that hurt the performance of the Aviaid piece?
Alex, a couple of tips when doing the Ling tank......
The instructions direct you to take off the oil temp sensor before you remove the tank from the car. Since it is on the back side of the tank, you can forget about the open hole when lowering the tank and spill residual oil. If you can, leave it in until you have the tank out. However, if you are concerned about damaging the sensor, go ahead and take it out first.
The second tip is when you reassemble the tank and instructions direct you to install the in/out lines with the new seals. The instructions talk about ensuring that the rubber side of the seals face the tank. This is because one side of the seal is metal and the other is rubber. However, GM has apparently changed the seal so now both sides are rubber so it makes no difference how the seal is installed. I puzzled over this one for a bit and cleared it up with a call to Lingenfelter.
Lastly, the filter at the bottom of the tank that needs to be removed from the original tank and installed in the Ling tank is very fragile (and apparently expensive). I found that if you wiggle it in addition to the twisting and pushing in the instructions it comes out easier.
Good luck with your project.
The instructions direct you to take off the oil temp sensor before you remove the tank from the car. Since it is on the back side of the tank, you can forget about the open hole when lowering the tank and spill residual oil. If you can, leave it in until you have the tank out. However, if you are concerned about damaging the sensor, go ahead and take it out first.
The second tip is when you reassemble the tank and instructions direct you to install the in/out lines with the new seals. The instructions talk about ensuring that the rubber side of the seals face the tank. This is because one side of the seal is metal and the other is rubber. However, GM has apparently changed the seal so now both sides are rubber so it makes no difference how the seal is installed. I puzzled over this one for a bit and cleared it up with a call to Lingenfelter.
Lastly, the filter at the bottom of the tank that needs to be removed from the original tank and installed in the Ling tank is very fragile (and apparently expensive). I found that if you wiggle it in addition to the twisting and pushing in the instructions it comes out easier.
Good luck with your project.
Last edited by The Jake; 02-16-2011 at 05:10 AM.
02-16-2011, 02:01 PM
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02-16-2011, 02:49 PM
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