How to Fuel a Race Car

In the world of auto racing, there are many key elements required for success. What seems the most routine item--fueling the race car--is the most important. Fueling a race car properly, quickly and efficiently will translate to victories on the race track. This can be achieved by following a few short steps.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Approved racing fuel canister
• Proper safety equipment
• Racing fuel

1. Determine the size of the fuel cell in the race car. Most pavement and dirt race cars possess a 22-gallon fuel cell. This may vary depending on the type of race car and size of the race track on which you are driving.
2. Inspect the fuel cell for any defects, paint chips or any other abnormalities that will effect the flow of fuel once it is in use.
3. Inspect the fuel entry point to ensure that fuel will flow properly from fuel cell to the racing motor.
4. Inspect the fuel can to ensure it will hold the right amount of fuel to completely fill the tank. This will ensure a fuel cell is completely full each time the car goes onto the track for racing competition.
5. Insert the fuel can nozzle into the fuel cell at a 60-degree angle for proper flow of fuel to the fuel cell. This will allow a downhill flow from the fuel can nozzle to the fuel cell without having any overflow.
6. Cap the fuel cell with the safety-approved device to ensure that it is covered so no spilling of racing fuel on the racing surface will occur.
7. Inspect the fuel can and nozzle after each use. This will ensure proper safety procedures are being adhered to and, most importantly, the next time it is used, it will work effectively.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure you are using a safety-approved fuel canister and all the attachments are safety-approved as well.
• Ensure you have the ability to carry and maneuver the fuel cell. It is heavy so you may need to be in good physical condition to complete the function for the race team.