The Alloy Shed Journal

What Is a Fuel Swirl Pot and Why You Need One

What Is a Fuel Swirl Pot and Why You Need One

A swirl pot keeps your engine’s fuel supply steady under hard driving. It prevents fuel starvation by storing a small reserve between the main tank and the pump  essential for...

What Is a Fuel Swirl Pot and Why You Need One

A swirl pot keeps your engine’s fuel supply steady under hard driving. It prevents fuel starvation by storing a small reserve between the main tank and the pump  essential for...

WRX Aluminium Header Tank Installation – Technical Notes

WRX Aluminium Header Tank Installation – Techni...

Upgrading the Subaru WRX header tank isn’t just about looks — the stock plastic units are prone to cracking and warping with age. Our aluminium replacement is a direct-fit solution,...

WRX Aluminium Header Tank Installation – Techni...

Upgrading the Subaru WRX header tank isn’t just about looks — the stock plastic units are prone to cracking and warping with age. Our aluminium replacement is a direct-fit solution,...

What Does a Header Tank Actually Do?

What Does a Header Tank Actually Do?

A header tank isn’t just a place to pour coolant. It controls pressure, manages coolant expansion, and can passively collect air when correctly installed. Here’s why a properly built aluminium...

What Does a Header Tank Actually Do?

A header tank isn’t just a place to pour coolant. It controls pressure, manages coolant expansion, and can passively collect air when correctly installed. Here’s why a properly built aluminium...

Welcome to The Shed Journal

Welcome to The Shed Journal

The Shed Journal is where we share tips, insights, and behind-the-scenes knowledge from building motorsport parts that last.

Welcome to The Shed Journal

The Shed Journal is where we share tips, insights, and behind-the-scenes knowledge from building motorsport parts that last.

Universal Header Tanks – Why They Work

Universal Header Tanks – Why They Work

Universal header tanks are the simple, reliable solution for custom builds — TIG welded by The Alloy Shed for strength, clean finish, and track-ready performance.

Universal Header Tanks – Why They Work

Universal header tanks are the simple, reliable solution for custom builds — TIG welded by The Alloy Shed for strength, clean finish, and track-ready performance.

Why Aluminium TIG Weld Quality Matters

Why Aluminium TIG Weld Quality Matters

Weld quality isn’t just cosmetic — in motorsport it’s the difference between reliability and failure. Here’s why TIG-welded aluminium tanks are stronger, cleaner, and built to last.

Why Aluminium TIG Weld Quality Matters

Weld quality isn’t just cosmetic — in motorsport it’s the difference between reliability and failure. Here’s why TIG-welded aluminium tanks are stronger, cleaner, and built to last.