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Can anyone with easy access, please measure (unless you know) the metal fuel outlet from the tank.
I think its sucking air there somewhere, and its a bit of a patchwork. :)
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October 23rd, 2020, 2:08 pm
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Hi Roger, I measured it to be 6 mm outer diameter.


October 23rd, 2020, 3:26 pm
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Thanks buddy, guessed it was about that.

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October 23rd, 2020, 4:08 pm
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Ive ordered hose and clips.
So anyone got any tips as to the easiest way to change the rubber hose? Does the tank have to drop all the way out?

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October 23rd, 2020, 6:05 pm
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Dropping the tank is the most "sure" method of replacing the fuel line. Due to the lack of space it is too risky of squeezing the line.


October 24th, 2020, 9:13 am
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Definitely easiest with the tank dropped all the way, curse those rear seatbelt fittings that did away with the access hatch!

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October 24th, 2020, 5:51 pm
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Richard
I'm fortunate to have a Bedouin with wooden floor and access hatch, but still can't see under the cross member!

Still, not a bad idea to take it out completly, as i have a submersible fuel pump that i would like to see if it can be fitted. :)

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October 24th, 2020, 6:29 pm
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I too have a submersible fuel pump stiil to install Roger. So keep us posted on how you will install it ! Thnks


October 25th, 2020, 9:17 am
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Take the tank of when it's nearly empty. My brother once found out when a full tank he was unbolting hit him in the face... ;-)


October 27th, 2020, 7:30 pm
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I did a simular thing with my old 2cv. A full tank is suprisingly heavy when your stuggling under the car. :)

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October 27th, 2020, 10:35 pm
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