Found fuel problem, now how do I fix it?

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I would expect the fuel pick up to be higher off the floor, simple solution, pull it out and cut the end at an angle, that way it won't suck itself to the floor. Use some acetone in the tank to try and break up the varnish. BTW, I can't remember if I've asked this before, do you have the grey mercury fuel hose on the engine? If you do, cut a short section off, split it and turn it inside out, you'll be surprised at what you find