17-03-2023, 02:43 PM
Barry, you are worrying needlessly...
Petrol auto-ignites at around 280 degrees centigrade, the only thing in the engine bay with a chance of (auto-)igniting it is the exhaust manifold. That said, I've spilled petrol on the exhaust countless times and it just sizzled. Sparks of course are another matter and there are a number of places they might occur - and yes perhaps more under the bonnet than at the back end.
If you are deeply concerned, it shouldn't be a major problem to fit an RP tank (one or two cars have used both to extend range). I would heartily recommend SU 6V electric fuel pumps, available new from Burlen.
Petrol auto-ignites at around 280 degrees centigrade, the only thing in the engine bay with a chance of (auto-)igniting it is the exhaust manifold. That said, I've spilled petrol on the exhaust countless times and it just sizzled. Sparks of course are another matter and there are a number of places they might occur - and yes perhaps more under the bonnet than at the back end.
If you are deeply concerned, it shouldn't be a major problem to fit an RP tank (one or two cars have used both to extend range). I would heartily recommend SU 6V electric fuel pumps, available new from Burlen.