Regardless of how simple something seems, the Devil always runs through the instructions to make sure he has all the parts and understands how a product works, how it's installed, and what its intended application is. "The Devil" of Lucky Devil Metal Works had used Matt Hotch Designs' gas caps and kickstands for quite some time when he heard about Matt's new Flush Fuel Crossover kit. The kit hides the fuel crossover line under the gas tank and out of sight with the help of two weld-in tank inserts and a metal plate to conceal the hose. It's a pretty straightforward operation but requires cutting and welding experience. Since the Devil was already busy on a customer's gas tank, he decided to install Hotch's Flush Mount Gas Cap with the weld-in steel bung during the same session. Follow along as the Devil slices and dices while dancing around flying sparks. The Devil started by determining the proper spot on the tank for the weld-in crossover inserts.The Devil started by determining the proper spot on the tank for the weld-in crossover ins It all began with careful measurement of the tank and the use of a square to ensure both sides lined up properly.It all began with careful measurement of the tank and the use of a square to ensure both s Once the insert measurements were made... ...the Devil drew an outline of the inserts right onto the gas tank. To get the hole started, he used a die grinder with a cut-off wheel. A drill bit could also be used.To get the hole started, he used a die grinder with a cut-off wheel. A drill bit could als Then it was time to bust out the air saw to finish the cut and get it nice and smooth. Once fitment was double-checked, the insert was TIG-welded into place. For this job, a MIG weld would suffice, but TIG makes for a better end product.Once fitment was double-checked, the insert was TIG-welded into place. For this job, a MIG Moving on to the other insert, the Devil finished up the hole with a rotary grinder before welding in the insert.Moving on to the other insert, the Devil finished up the hole with a rotary grinder before Here's a look at the crossover tube attached to both of the inserts on the bottom of the gas tank.Here's a look at the crossover tube attached to both of the inserts on the bottom of the g 1 | 2 | » | View Full Article By Alan Smithee, The Devil Enjoyed this Post? Subscribe to our RSS Feed, or use your favorite social media to recommend us to friends and colleagues!
