fuel tank problems
06-03-2006 | 07:55 PM
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From: sammamish ,
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fuel tank problems
Whenever I prime my engine in my NEST after a tank or more, it won't prime. If I manage to get the fuel to the carb, the fuel goes through the lines back into the tank. How should I fix this. As a n00b, anything will help.
06-03-2006 | 09:07 PM
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RE: fuel tank problems
Could be your fuel system is leaking. You can take the fuel tank out with the 2 lines plug one line put the tank and lines it a sink of water and blow into the other line that is not blocked. Look for bubbles.
If it’s not that you might have an air leak on the carburetor. I do like or run tanks with primers as they can cause problems.
If it’s not that you might have an air leak on the carburetor. I do like or run tanks with primers as they can cause problems.
06-03-2006 | 10:11 PM
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RE: fuel tank problems
your idea sounds reasonable because i have seen some sort of a liquid on my frame every time i run my truck and if it is leaking do you know were i can but replacement gas tank for cheap. 1 more thing i heard you can put the RC10GT fuel tank is that correct? if so were can i buy them?
06-03-2006 | 11:52 PM
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RE: fuel tank problems
It fits.
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXCXT8&P=RF
[link=http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_1403065/mpage_124/tm.htm]Original Thread[/link]
My Fuel Tank Sucks Monkey
Moral of the story, the stock tank sucks. There have been tips on how to fix this with a rubber band, but I don't think that's too great of an idea. The best bet is to get a better tank. Most of us (those who replaced) use this tank. [link=http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXCXT8&P=ML]Associated Fuel Tank[/link] You'll have to drill holes to get it done, but it's nothing to be afriad of. However, if you're on a budget, you could always try the rubber band idea. Just take the tank off and toss a few highly wrapped rubber bands on it. You can put a zip tie on the rubber bands so they are easier to pull away from the lid. It's a good idea to fix this soon, as you'll dirty your ride up in a jiffy with gas leaking all over it. Not fun to clean up.
Contributed by: Me and a million others.
HOW TO INSTALL RC10GT TANK
1st, get a piece of card about the same size as the tank, then put a thin dob of grease on each of the fuel tank mounting holes & put the tank onto the piece of card. then holding the tank in position on the card trace around the tank. you can then cut out the shape of the tank & have the 3 grease marks where the holes need to go.
2nd place the card on the top of the chassis & line up the template in the best location so the tank fits. you should be able to use an existing hole. mark out the 2 new holes you need to drill.
3rd drill the new holes & countersink them. put the screws through & stickytape them in place.
4th put the o rings on the screws protruding and place the tank on the screws. the tape will hold the screws in place and let you get the tank & orings all lined up with little frustration. then simple screw the tank on hitch up the fuel lines & you're ready to go.
Contributed by: dicko
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXCXT8&P=RF
[link=http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_1403065/mpage_124/tm.htm]Original Thread[/link]
My Fuel Tank Sucks Monkey
Moral of the story, the stock tank sucks. There have been tips on how to fix this with a rubber band, but I don't think that's too great of an idea. The best bet is to get a better tank. Most of us (those who replaced) use this tank. [link=http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXCXT8&P=ML]Associated Fuel Tank[/link] You'll have to drill holes to get it done, but it's nothing to be afriad of. However, if you're on a budget, you could always try the rubber band idea. Just take the tank off and toss a few highly wrapped rubber bands on it. You can put a zip tie on the rubber bands so they are easier to pull away from the lid. It's a good idea to fix this soon, as you'll dirty your ride up in a jiffy with gas leaking all over it. Not fun to clean up.
Contributed by: Me and a million others.
HOW TO INSTALL RC10GT TANK
1st, get a piece of card about the same size as the tank, then put a thin dob of grease on each of the fuel tank mounting holes & put the tank onto the piece of card. then holding the tank in position on the card trace around the tank. you can then cut out the shape of the tank & have the 3 grease marks where the holes need to go.
2nd place the card on the top of the chassis & line up the template in the best location so the tank fits. you should be able to use an existing hole. mark out the 2 new holes you need to drill.
3rd drill the new holes & countersink them. put the screws through & stickytape them in place.
4th put the o rings on the screws protruding and place the tank on the screws. the tape will hold the screws in place and let you get the tank & orings all lined up with little frustration. then simple screw the tank on hitch up the fuel lines & you're ready to go.
Contributed by: dicko
