Fuel Vent Problems

[76GMC1500]

Don't forget to put a loop in the vent line that goes above the vent, to keep water from getting to the tank.

[Hammerhead]

I noticed I can barely get over 16 gallons in each saddle tanks till it starts leaking. I like MJs Idea.

Sorta related question. Is there any real need for the check valve in the pickup tubes? One's missing. I dunno whether to replace it ot remover the other one. Any tho'ts?

[reelapeelin]

Originally Posted by Tally_Ho

Not saying it's a bad idea but I wonder if there is a reason why every boat I've seen has the vents lower than the filler.

I know you want to put all you can in, but I stopped toppin' mine off long ago...gas DOES expand when warmed and used to gush outta the vents, so I leave 'em down a bit now ;) ...


...and we'd love to see the 250...Off Topic or even set up a Gallery ;) ...

[macojoe]

I got rid of mine years ago!! Some of these side tanks were 18 and some 20, that might explain why you get only 16 gal?

[Stinky_Hooker]

Bring on the 250!!! Resto jobs get my general to full salute!! ;D

[reelapeelin]

Think about it...when you 1st pump the gas, it just came outta the cool/cold ground ... all of a sudden it's in 85-90* temps and the stuff starts gettin' fat quick ;) ... gonna GO somewhere ;) ...

[76GMC1500]

Don't forget to put a loop in the vent line that goes above the vent, to keep water from getting to the tank.

[Monkey Butler]

Hey guys, thanks for positive feedback about me posting my Sportsman project here. Take a look in the OT section.

Steve P.

[Hammerhead]

I noticed I can barely get over 16 gallons in each saddle tanks till it starts leaking. I like MJs Idea.

Sorta related question. Is there any real need for the check valve in the pickup tubes? One's missing. I dunno whether to replace it ot remover the other one. Any tho'ts?

[macojoe]

I got rid of mine years ago!! Some of these side tanks were 18 and some 20, that might explain why you get only 16 gal?