gas fill-up question
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gas fill-up question
Does anyone else out there have problems when they fill-up their gas tank? When I fill up, the auto shut-off in the pump keeps kicking in. I always have to readjust the angle of the nozzle when I fill up. Then, when I can fill up, I dont think I am putting in all 30 gallons of gas. Any ideas or things that I am doing wrong? Thanks.
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That is a problem with the Expys. Although I don't seem to have much trouble at the beginning of a fill up the shut off kicks in when I have about 25-28 gallons in.
From what I have read on the board here this is due to the breather hole for the fill tube not having a big enough hole. Thus not letting the fuel flow into the tank when you get near full. What I do is stand there looking like an idiot for a few more minutes slowly pinching more gas in.
I have found if you don't open the pump full bore it seems to work a little better.....but takes longer. And with winter coming....that sucks.
From what I have read on the board here this is due to the breather hole for the fill tube not having a big enough hole. Thus not letting the fuel flow into the tank when you get near full. What I do is stand there looking like an idiot for a few more minutes slowly pinching more gas in.
I have found if you don't open the pump full bore it seems to work a little better.....but takes longer. And with winter coming....that sucks.
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Thanks for the info. I too look like an idiot when I have to pinch in a couple of more gallons of gas. I wonder if there is a cheap fix to this problem or if we are destined to continue to look like fools getting the actual amount of gas that is supposed to fit in the tank.
I see you are from central OH, what part. I live in Hilliard. Thanks again.
Thanks for the info. I too look like an idiot when I have to pinch in a couple of more gallons of gas. I wonder if there is a cheap fix to this problem or if we are destined to continue to look like fools getting the actual amount of gas that is supposed to fit in the tank.
I see you are from central OH, what part. I live in Hilliard. Thanks again.
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Originally posted by 99ExpyOh
Hell no that isn't weird.....I watch it drive off with the wife all the time. Ours is the Black with the tan.....awesome look (when it's clean I must add)
Hell no that isn't weird.....I watch it drive off with the wife all the time. Ours is the Black with the tan.....awesome look (when it's clean I must add)
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Actually the Expy only hold 28 gallons according to my owners manual. I have a 1998 Expediton Eddie Bauer!!
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I would agree with you. I know my 99 holds 30 gal. If you have the 4x4 or 4x2 with LLS then you have the 30 gal. tank. Thanks.
I would agree with you. I know my 99 holds 30 gal. If you have the 4x4 or 4x2 with LLS then you have the 30 gal. tank. Thanks.
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And along these lines I have to thank Ford for adding the little overfill area that lets the fuel drop to the ground and not get all over your hands n such.
Only happened one time but that's what I get for watching the money count up rather than watching the fuel go in
Only happened one time but that's what I get for watching the money count up rather than watching the fuel go in
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FYI, the '97 4x4 came with 30 gallon tanks, and a good thing too, if you are pullilng a large trailer against a strong head wind in AZ, UT, or Nevada late at night. You can use 28 or 29 gallons before you find an open gas station. I wish it were 40 gallons, but there is no room underneath, so a 5 gal. jerry can lives on the trailer tongue.
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On my 2000, I had the same problem when putting gas in. I just didn't insert the nozzle all the way, and also, not put the nozzle on full on mode. Once I got the hang of it....it worked pretty well. And yes....my 2000 had a 30 gal tank. I think the 03's are only 28 gal.
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I've traded a few emails with Transfer Flow seeking a larger tank. Not made now, byt they said if they get enough inquiries and can sense a market, they'd develop one.
If you don't know these guys- they are probably one of the best aftermarket tank makers in the US:
http://www.transferflow.com/index.html
If you don't know these guys- they are probably one of the best aftermarket tank makers in the US:
http://www.transferflow.com/index.html