Drivetrain Aquamist HFS Methanol Injection Systems
#576
Hey everyone, I've got a question for you all. For those of you using the Howerton Kit, or I suppose any 1 gallon tank setup, and an 80/20 methanol/water mix, what are your measurements to achieve that mix at one gallon? I've read through this thread and saw a post mentioning 5qt methanol to 1qt water as a good 80/20 ratio, but that would be 1.5gal total. I do generally understand the concept that you're measuring by weight and that methanol has a different specific gravity than water, but when it comes to translating that into 'how do I make 1 gallon of 80/20' it might as well be rocket science because I'm not getting it. Any and all help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
Then, instead of a pint container, try any clear jar / container and mark it near the top. Then use that mark once for water and five times for meth --- it's not always a dripless process when using a full container. Play with this jar selection process 'til you find an appropriate size. And be sure to always use clean containers --- Howertons' equipment doesn't like contaminants.
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Kalibdor (11-10-2018)
#578
#579
Back with a question for y'all. I've looked through the Aquamist forums but have not found a definite answer, just wanted to check here before I create an account and ask there. I ran my car today for the first time in a couple of months, as it's been on jackstands for winter. On first test drive, I noticed the hfs4 system tripped the failsafe immediately on the first pull and did not spray, though I do not have the failsafes hooked up (I have not connected the wastegate wire). I tried a couple more times with the same results. Pulled back into the garage and verified flow at the nozzle, to the same specs as the original test after install. Jumping the system at SYS, the system flows but the B on the gauge illuminates once and then does not register flow, both yellow lights are illuminated (W. Injection & Water Level). This does mean failsafe activation, correct? I have not changed anything with the system since before winter, when it worked fine. I'm thinking bad flow sensor? Or is it more likely the turbine is not moving? Any ideas on how to proceed/troubleshoot? Thanks for any and all advice.
#580
got the notification,hows it goin? .... and recollection may be a little off but i think the failsafe needs to make a complete circuit, if its not connected to the wastegate the wires need to be tied together to make a loop. if not that then good chance the flow sensor or fav has a problem. to clarify... normal driving the system looks like its ready to go and as soon as you get into where it would spray it goes in fail?
#581
got the notification,hows it goin? .... and recollection may be a little off but i think the failsafe needs to make a complete circuit, if its not connected to the wastegate the wires need to be tied together to make a loop. if not that then good chance the flow sensor or fav has a problem. to clarify... normal driving the system looks like its ready to go and as soon as you get into where it would spray it goes in fail?
#582
the fav=fast acting valve, if it were failed you would have no flow at all or always have flow- i believe its a plunger style no turbine.
flow meter - would fail the system only when it is called to run. since its been siting a while i would take apart the line where the sensor clamps on (in front of the fav) and make sure no junk has collected there. couldnt tell you if that failing should show up doing a test with the jumper though. howerton could probably be able to replace just the sensor if needed
flow meter - would fail the system only when it is called to run. since its been siting a while i would take apart the line where the sensor clamps on (in front of the fav) and make sure no junk has collected there. couldnt tell you if that failing should show up doing a test with the jumper though. howerton could probably be able to replace just the sensor if needed
#583
the fav=fast acting valve, if it were failed you would have no flow at all or always have flow- i believe its a plunger style no turbine.
flow meter - would fail the system only when it is called to run. since its been siting a while i would take apart the line where the sensor clamps on (in front of the fav) and make sure no junk has collected there. couldnt tell you if that failing should show up doing a test with the jumper though. howerton could probably be able to replace just the sensor if needed
flow meter - would fail the system only when it is called to run. since its been siting a while i would take apart the line where the sensor clamps on (in front of the fav) and make sure no junk has collected there. couldnt tell you if that failing should show up doing a test with the jumper though. howerton could probably be able to replace just the sensor if needed
#584
gotcha...flow sensor just clamps to the outside of the pipe which reads flow magnetically - it creates a magnetic field, as fluid passes it interrupts the field, calibrated by the pipe size etc blahblah. thats why i mentioned to take it apart at the fav and make sure no solids have collected there, even a bit of oxidation can skew the reading
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#589
Didn't get to it today as I've got a lot of work to get done on my truck before Monday when I'm trailering the car to get an alignment, will address the Aquamist after that. Went ahead and ordered a replacement tee and flow section given the lead time coming from the UK and the fact that I'm sure I'll use them in the future if not now. Will update as soon as I know what the issue is. Thanks everyone for the advice/information.
#590
Thanks yeah I did check the connectors first just to be sure.
Didn't get to it today as I've got a lot of work to get done on my truck before Monday when I'm trailering the car to get an alignment, will address the Aquamist after that. Went ahead and ordered a replacement tee and flow section given the lead time coming from the UK and the fact that I'm sure I'll use them in the future if not now. Will update as soon as I know what the issue is. Thanks everyone for the advice/information.
Didn't get to it today as I've got a lot of work to get done on my truck before Monday when I'm trailering the car to get an alignment, will address the Aquamist after that. Went ahead and ordered a replacement tee and flow section given the lead time coming from the UK and the fact that I'm sure I'll use them in the future if not now. Will update as soon as I know what the issue is. Thanks everyone for the advice/information.
weirdly the shipping is pretty fast.
every time I placed an order with them
I get it within a week
every time I placed an order with them
I get it within a week
#591
#592
I ordered new FAV and board and got it within a week from UK but I paid the 40 bucks for fast shipping.
I will be selling my complete kit if anyone wants to make an offer. I have the spare board and FAV as well.
Im going to a custom intake with injectors so I do not need this system any more.
Adult owned and garage kept....lol
I will be selling my complete kit if anyone wants to make an offer. I have the spare board and FAV as well.
Im going to a custom intake with injectors so I do not need this system any more.
Adult owned and garage kept....lol
#593
Yeah I did pay for expedited shipping given I have an event this coming weekend, lucky for me looks like the parts will be here Wednesday.
@Goldsmithy I won't be of any help there, I've got the Howerton tank.
@Goldsmithy I won't be of any help there, I've got the Howerton tank.
#595
I ordered new FAV and board and got it within a week from UK but I paid the 40 bucks for fast shipping.
I will be selling my complete kit if anyone wants to make an offer. I have the spare board and FAV as well.
Im going to a custom intake with injectors so I do not need this system any more.
Adult owned and garage kept....lol
I will be selling my complete kit if anyone wants to make an offer. I have the spare board and FAV as well.
Im going to a custom intake with injectors so I do not need this system any more.
Adult owned and garage kept....lol
#596
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Goldsmithy (02-19-2019)
#597
You can probably find a suitable tank HERE
https://www.usplastic.com/catalog/de...arentcatid=706
#598
I use AEM, but the tanks all seem to be take same.
You can probably find a suitable tank HERE
https://www.usplastic.com/catalog/de...arentcatid=706
You can probably find a suitable tank HERE
https://www.usplastic.com/catalog/de...arentcatid=706
#600
The search continues 😂