Guides & News

Practical Radium Engineering buying guides, fitment checks and fuel-system planning, plus news from RadiumShop UK. Choose a topic to find the information for your build.

Walbro F90000267 vs 274 vs 285 for Radium FCST-X
Which Walbro Pump for Your Radium FCST-X? F90000267 vs F90000274 vs F90000285
Radium Surge Tank Guide: MPFST vs MPFST-R vs FCST-X (UK)
A no-nonsense breakdown of Radium's surge tank range - MPFST, MPFST-R and FCST-X - covering pump fitment (Walbro GSS342, AEM 50-1200, DW440), swirl-pot flow and which tank suits a street-driven WRX, EVO or track build. Links straight to the surge tanks we stock in the UK.
Fuel Pulse Dampers Explained: Radium FPD-R vs FPD-XR
Understand fuel pulse damping, compare Radium FPD-R and FPD-XR ranges, and check mounting, manifold reference and application restrictions.
Radium AOS-R on a 2015+ Subaru WRX: Installation Planning
Plan a Radium AOS-R installation for a Subaru WRX: confirm the exact engine, VTE configuration, oil return, coolant circuit and manufacturer instructions.
Which Radium Fuel Pump Setup Fits Your Build? Hangers, Surge Tanks and Pumps Explained
Compare original-tank hangers, external surge tanks and fuel-cell layouts before choosing compatible pump hardware.
E85 Fuel System Guide | Radium Engineering Components
Plan an E85 build by checking demand, component compatibility, filtration, plumbing, electrical supply and calibration.
Fuel Pressure Regulator Guide | Radium Engineering
Understand fuel pressure control, base pressure, reference operation and the checks needed before choosing a regulator.
Radium Engineering FST Guide: Fuel Surge Tank Setup
Prepare a Radium FST installation plan covering pump configuration, fuel paths, ports, electrical supply and service access.
Radium Engineering Catch Can Guide: Which Catch Can Do I Need?
Choose a catch-can application by ventilation circuit, vehicle fitment, mounting access and maintenance requirements.
What Is a Fuel Surge Tank? Radium Engineering Guide
Understand how a lift pump, surge reservoir and engine-supply pump work together, and when surge protection may be useful.
Radium Surge Tank Guide: MPFST vs FSTR-RA vs MPFST-R
Compare the MPFST, single-pump FSTR-RA and regulated MPFST-R, with manufacturer references and checks for exact pump configurations.
How to Match a Radium Fuel Pump and Hanger to Your WRX, EVO or Supra Build
Check vehicle identity, supported pump models, tank transfer, kit contents and electrical requirements for a WRX, Evo or Supra hanger.
Radium Surge Tank vs Fuel Cell: Picking the Right Fuel Delivery Upgrade
Understand when a surge tank, fuel cell or combined installation is relevant, and separate pickup starvation from pump-capacity problems.
Building a 500hp Fuel System: The Radium Engineering Parts You Actually Need
Plan a 500hp fuel system around actual fuel demand, pump performance, regulation, filtration, plumbing and electrical requirements.
Catch Can vs. Air-Oil Separator: Which Runs Cleaner on a Subaru WRX?
Compare catch cans and return-type AOS installations for a WRX, including VTE/VTA routing, fitment and inspection requirements.
Radium Catch Can Kits for the Ford Fiesta ST: Your PCV Questions Answered
Compare Fiesta ST PCV-side and dual catch-can kits, with product links, maintenance checks and manufacturer installation references.
PTFE fuel hose: How to choose the right line
Choose PTFE fuel hose and matching ends by fuel compatibility, working pressure, size, routing and the manufacturer's assembly instructions.
How to Choose Motorsport Fuel Injectors for High-Performance Tuners
Check motorsport injector flow, physical fitment, fuel compatibility and ECU driver requirements before choosing a set for your build.
Fuel surge tank buying guide: what to consider
Compare surge-tank capacity, pump compatibility, mounting and plumbing, with links to Radium model comparisons and installation planning.
Racing fuel cell: How to choose the right setup
Plan a racing fuel cell around capacity, dimensions, pickup design, fuel compatibility and the requirements for the exact competition installation.
How to Choose the Right Adjustable EFI Fuel Regulator for Your Engine
Choose an adjustable EFI regulator by system layout, injector pressure requirements, bypass capacity, reference operation and fuel compatibility.