FusionDrive in MacBook Air of 2009?

I would like to replace the 1.8'' SSD of my MacBook Air (Mid 2009) with a FussionDrive. Is it possible?
Are there any web or something where I could buy all components?
Thanks.

Read http://www.royr.net/2012/11/how-i-installed-2012-fusion-drive-in-my.html
Allan

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