Fuel Tank Outlet pipe Help

[teamafx]

I need to get a new fuel tank outlet pipe for my Bus. The one that came on it is to short, to small and wont work. Do you know where I can get a new one? I would like one with a 5/16 ID. The one that cam on the Bus is 11/64 or 4.5mm. How the heck did it run with that small of a line?

[ghiastein]

Usually any online vw shop has them and they usually come with at pre-filter or screen. You may wan to check your tank for the screen

Here is the fuel tap
www.airheadparts.com/vintage-vw-parts/fuel-tap-reserve-switch/fuel-tap-nut-and-pipe-113298221-a

And the screen
www.airheadparts.com/vintage-vw-parts/fuel-tap-reserve-switch/fuel-filter-screen-inside-tank-111209147-a

[teamafx]

I think that is the same one I found. I didn't think it is big enough to run 2 Webber's. I will keep on looking.

Thanks for the help.

[bren]

Are you sure? Webbers only like 3-4 lbs of pressure I thought.

[teamafx]

Sept 7, 2010 10:36:14 GMT -5 bren said:

Are you sure?

No. I'm just guessing. ;D

I ended up making my own from 5/16 and a washer. I brazed them together. I filled the tank with gas and let it sit over night. We will see how it holds in the next few days.

[81pumagtc]

Somehow, I think your math is wrong on the size here. Even at 20 miles per gallon you should be able to get fuel to the carbs without any sort of issue. Webbers also only like a few pounds of pressure at the inlet as well, as Bren said.

Just my two cents worth...

Dave

[teamafx]

The electric fuel pump I have is adjustable. I also made the tube go up into the tank 1/2 of an inch higher so I wont pick up as much crud, that I couldn't clean out. I know I will have to keep an extra gallon of gas in the tank or it will be on empty.

[teamafx]

This is what it said about the pump I have.

42S - MICRO ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP-42GPH
MRG MICRO ELECTRIC FUEL PUMPS are compatible with all fuels and additives. Solid-state worry free electronics. Eliminates vapor lock and flooding. Works well as a fuel transfer pump and makes a great stand-alone or booster pump. Self-priming pump with simple two-wire design. Works on 12 Volt negative ground systems only. Includes fittings and mounting hardware along with easy to follow DIY instructions. Pumps require approximately one amp average draw at maximum delivery. Part No. 42S Specs: 2-3.5 PSI, 42 GPH. Universal design for most import 4, 6 cylinder carburetor applications. Not for Diesel applications!!