Radium: Fuel Hanger Surge Tank, BMW

Radium: Fuel Hanger Surge Tank, BMW

The Radium Engineering FHST (fuel hanger surge tank) permits 1 or 2 aftermarket pumps to supply fuel to the engine. No grinding, bending, or modification of the BMW sheet metal is required. The FHST is compatible with following BMWs:

E90 3-Series (2/2004-9/2008)
E90 3-Series LCI (7/2007-12/2011)
E91 3-Series (2/2004-8/2008)
E91 3-Series LCI (7/2007-5/2012)
E92 3-Series (5/2005-2/2010)
E92 3-Series LCI (11/2008-6/2013)
E93 3-Series (9/2005-2/2010)
E93 3-Series LCI (11/2008-10/2013)

BMW Fuel Tank
The OEM saddle bag fuel tank is quite complex. The venturi jet pump is driven by the feed line instead of the return (M3 has 2 venturi jet pumps). The post pump filter and FPR are integrated into the LH side of the tank where the FHST mounts.



Radium FHST
When these BMWs experience high lateral Gs, they inherently suffer from fuel slosh. The FHST is the best solution in preventing fuel starvation. As described below, the FHST pump(s) are supplied with fuel from 3 different sources: the OEM electric "lift" pump, the fuel pressure regulator (FPR), and the integrated 1-way valve.



Note that the BMW fuel pump is still retained but is now repurposed as a "lift" pump to fill and maintain volume in the FHST. The lift pump fills the FHST canister through a special orifice in the FHST. This keeps the required pressure for the venturi jet pump(s) to be active and deliver fuel to the lift pump. When a low demand of fuel is present, the FHST canister will overflow back into the LH side of the OEM tank. Fuel will then cycle back into the FHST through a 1-way valve integrated to the bottom of the FHST. Unlike traditional surge tanks that rely heavily on surge tank pump and lift pump flow matching, the FHST uses an extra source that negates this important relationship. No matter what is dynamically changing with the other 2 fuel sources, the high flowing 1-way valve will constantly supply fuel to the FHST canister until the LH side of the gas tank becomes extremely low. At this point, it is up to the lift pump and the FPR to supply the last few ounces of fuel to the FHST.

Integrated Fuel Pressure Regulator
Like OEM, a fuel pressure regulator (FPR) is integrated into the unit. Furthermore, if an intake manifold signal is installed, this FPR can operate at a 1:1 ratio permitting fuel pressure to proportionally increase with boost pressure. The returning low pressure fuel from the FPR is sent back into the FST canister keeping it full. A 6-hole diverter evenly disperses fuel inside the canister preventing air bubbles and foaming. Also, 2 fuel return orifices are included for fine-tuning the desired fuel pressure to the fuel pumps' flow rate.

Plumbing
To clear the OEM fuel pump cover plate, the 8AN ORB threaded feed port features a preinstalled low profile 8AN male fitting.



As shown above, sock filters are used on the fuel pump inlets. But because the FHST eliminates the OEM post pump filter, a low micron filter will need to be purchased separately. See the 20-00475-0X fuel feed kit below.

Electrical
The custom designed stainless electrical studs easily handles the high current demand that compact bulkhead connectors lack. These serviceable connections are properly sealed and impervious to all standard and exotic fuels. Nonconductive acorn nuts are provided to prevent any accidental short circuiting. Electrical hardware is included for the fuel pump(s) and OEM level sender. Furthermore, the in-tank wiring is insulated with high quality chemically resistant PTFE.

External fuel pump wiring is specific to which FHST was purchased (see below).
1. "No Pumps Included"-This kit includes 1 relay, 1 fuse, and all associated wiring and hardware to install 1 surge tank pump.
2. "1 Pump Included"-This kit includes 1 relay, 1 fuse, and all associated wiring and hardware to install 1 surge tank pump.
3. "2 Pumps Included"-This kit includes 2 relays, 2 fuses, and all associated wiring and hardware to install 2 surge tank pumps.

Pump Compatibility
This system is suited, but not limited, to the following fuel pumps:
Walbro F90000267 E85
Walbro F90000274 E85
Walbro F90000285 E85
Walbro GSS342 255lph
AEM 50-1200 E85

Features
-Drop-In OEM Replacement
-Permits 1 or 2 Surge Pumps
-1:1 Fuel Pressure Adjustments
-Fuel Starvation Protection
-Integrated 1-Way Fill Valve
-High Current Electrical Hardware
-Compatible with Various Pumps
-Anodized Aluminum Construction
-Gasoline and Ethanol Compliant
-Anodized Aluminum 8AN Male Outlet Fitting
-Anodized Aluminum Surge Tank Canister
-Fuel Resistant Tubing and Wiring
-Stainless Steel Hardware
-Relay(s) and Fuse(s)
Pump Configuration Selection
If supplying your own pumps, select the option "Pumps Not Included" from the menu.

Notes:
1. When purchasing "No Pumps Included", the kit will come partially assembled as shown above.
2. There will be enough components included with this option to run one or two surge tank fuel pumps.

Configurations with pumps included will come pre-assembled and ready.
OPTIONS

FUEL FEED KITS:
20-0475-0X FUEL HANGER FEED, BMW
A -8AN PTFE fuel feed line secures to the FHST outlet, as shown below. The fuel line clears the OEM fuel pump cover and all suspension related parts. No cutting or drilling is required.



The PTFE hose is routed underneath the vehicle and sent to a Radium Engineering fuel filter secured to the body using OEM hardware.



From there, a SAE quick connect fitting is provided to reattach the OEM N54/N55 fuel line.

Depending on the kit selected (-01,-03,-05), the fuel filter will be assembled with 1 of 3 different elements.

INCLUDES
-Fuel Filter (-01 Cellulose, -03 Stainless, or -05 Microglass)
-Fuel Filter Billet Clamp
-BMW Fuel Filter Mount
-Black Adapter Fittings
-Stainless Steel Hardware



For BMW Models Only.

Stock images used. Actual product may vary.