Date: Sun, 5 Jan 2020 03:36:02 +0000
Reply-To: Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
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From: Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
Subject: Clogged fuel tank outlet
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If you travel in low elevations, and low temperatures, you might go a LONG way before you need to replace fuel tank. That issue of clogging at fuel outlet of tank due to rust and debris, and the subsequent issues regarding gasoline Vapor Pressure (due to high elevation and temperature) and the related cavitation at fuel pump. Dennis Haynes has thoroughly explained all of this. Happened to me in the high and hot summer driving conditions in Colorado; was a total drag to get it all fixed. Expensive too....regarding motels and getting parts shipped. Ruins your trip for sure; lots of arguments with travel mate, and that is probably the biggest downer. Better to bite the bullet, and do it while it is easy, on your home turf. Just saying. Also, opt for the 12 mm outlet, not the 7 mm outlet; just makes sense.
Of course....replace fuel sender and crossover tubes at the same time...just makes sense. Bite the bullet...and have confidence....you won't regret it.
Rich
San Diego
On Saturday, January 4, 2020, 7:14:30 PM PST, Cunegonde <cunegonde.van.westfalia@gmail.com> wrote:
Cunegonde’s fuel gauge has never worked. We refilled every 240 miles with the 1,9l mill, not sure about mileage yet with the 2,1l. I haven’t had a compelling reason to drop the tank and replace the fuel level sender. We also like staying out on unpaved roads for up to 2 weeks without having to go into town.
I’ve considered installing a fuel line flow meter so I know how much we’re using as we go.
On Jan 4, 2020, at 19:06, Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
I don't have a Westy....but I've got a nice tintop with a roof rack for cargo box. Extra fuel could go up there. But as I mentioned previously, I'm sorta giving up on the extra gasoline thing. Not needed after 30+ years of practical experience. Have never run out; and in time it just goes bad, so some hassle for exchanging with fresh fuel. Maybe if I went to Alaska....but that's not going to happen....mosquitoes the size of hummingbirds! Not to mention all the front sheetmetal and paint damage and windshield too. If I go to and from Alaska, it's going to be via a boat and airplane.
Rich
San Diego
On Saturday, January 4, 2020, 5:46:28 PM PST, Cunegonde <cunegonde.van.westfalia@gmail.com> wrote:
While on long trips, we use one or two portable 5 gal marine outboard engine horizontal tanks, strapped down firmly with webbing, in the luggage rack. They of course have hoses which reach the gas cap. That way don’t have to bring them down to refuel. Alas, rarely will fuel station filler hoses *fill* said tanks while still up there.
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