Re: Fuel continues to run out of line from main tank
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If your generator fuel lines need replacement, consider replacing the lines to the "big" engine, also. When our genny quit operating reliably, fuel lines were the problem. Turned out the big lines were cracking, also, and it was only going to be a short while before we would be stranded. To properly replace the generator lines, the fuel tank had to be pulled out. It made sense to replace ALL the lines and the fittings on top of the fuel tank while it was out.
Another way to avoid the siphon is to make sure the hose end that you disconnect is higher than the level of fuel in the tank. Seems to me that pinching a line might damage it. Downside of working with little fuel in the tank is that priming the line can be tough. FOT had a difficult time getting my "big" engine to start after replacing fuel lines. Fuel level in the tank was way low and it was probably uphill all the way to the engine. There was lots of cranking, pumping the priming pump, pressurizing the fuel tank, and opening an injector line to allow air to escape.
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