What to do if fuel line broke off inside tank?
^^ what he said. If the fuel level is below the outlet port on the tank, try to hook the fuel line from inside the tank with a bent piece of wire, remove the outlet port, reattach the fuel line and reinstall the port. Figured it out, pull airbox and remove fitting from tank.
How do you install a new fuel line?
Using hemostats, pull the new fuel line (from the inside of the fuel tank) through the mouth of the fuel tank (be careful not to pull the line completely out of the mounting hole); pull the line just far enough to install the plastic compression fitting.
How do you replace fuel line in Weed Eater?
Throw the damaged fuel line in the trash and replace it with a new one, which you can purchase one at your local hardware store for your weed eater’s model. Next, insert the other end of the new fuel line into the gas tank. Put the line into the same hole from which you removed the damaged one.
How do you change the fuel line on a chainsaw?
Install the plastic fitting (and fuel line) back into the fuel tank. From the outside of the fuel tank (where the fuel line enters the fuel tank), use hemostats to pull the fuel return line until the plastic fitting engages the inside of the fuel tank (and secures the new fuel line to the tank).
What’s the best way to replace a fuel line?
Push the larger vent line about an inch into the tank. Push the smaller fuel supply line into the tank far enough so that the fuel filter will lay on the bottom of the tank. Tip: If the lines are tight, apply a small amount of oil to the outside of the line. PHOTO: Cut the end of the new fuel lines at an angle.
How do you drain a new fuel tank?
Loosen the valve and allow the gas to completely drain. If your tank has no drain cock, you’ll have to drain it by removing one of the fuel lines. The rubber hose that exits the tank at its lowest point will drain the tank fully.
What’s the best way to replace a gas tank?
Pull the hose off and allow the gas to run out of the tank into your container until it is drained completely. Pour the gas into a gas can and store it safely. You can pour it into your new tank! Disconnect the fuel lines. The next step in replacing your fuel tank is removing the fuel lines that connect to the tank.
How to replace fuel tanks on fishing boats?
Boats with accessible compartments, like those with a deck seam around the console, are obviously easier to work on. On boats without easy access, the deck usually has to be cut to remove the tank. Afterward, the deck has to be reglassed.