TestDriver
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I want to install a bypass centrifuge system in my truck to clean the oil I intend to use for fuel. My pressure source will be a power steering pump run off the engine. I've seen this done by many others to use the pumps as lift pump replacements so this part is not innovative or difficult.
The part that is challenging is the centrifuge. All the commercially available units are, in my mind, way over priced. So, I intend to make something myself and see if I can get it done for less and have more capability.
Here is my plan. For the rotor, I'm going to use a commercially available, disposable centrifuge rotor from a Mack truck application. I've already bought two of the Centri Max Plus rotors off ebay. Delivered, they were $20 so even if I fail at it, this won't be a major loss.
My intention is to somehow open the rotors and make them rebuildable. I can make one out of two if needed though I'll try to not destroy both in order to make one. If it turns out to not be feasible, I might just go the disposable route or find another way of cleaning them.
Has this been done before? If so, I'd appreciate any insight.
Thanks.
The part that is challenging is the centrifuge. All the commercially available units are, in my mind, way over priced. So, I intend to make something myself and see if I can get it done for less and have more capability.
Here is my plan. For the rotor, I'm going to use a commercially available, disposable centrifuge rotor from a Mack truck application. I've already bought two of the Centri Max Plus rotors off ebay. Delivered, they were $20 so even if I fail at it, this won't be a major loss.
My intention is to somehow open the rotors and make them rebuildable. I can make one out of two if needed though I'll try to not destroy both in order to make one. If it turns out to not be feasible, I might just go the disposable route or find another way of cleaning them.
Has this been done before? If so, I'd appreciate any insight.
Thanks.