Engine problem diagnosis
Burning Brakes
Joined: Feb 2004
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From: In the Beautiful Shenandoah Valley of VA
I warn you, the truth is really ugly.... it seems that SOMEBODY who shall remain nameless (but he looks an awful lot like me) pumped $12.00 worth of DIESEL fuel into his Corvette!!!!
Steve
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2003
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From: Castle Hills Texas
Not to make light of your situation...I literally laughed out loud when I read about this diesel dilemma. I thought that the nozzles on diesel pumps were of a different size than gas pumps and would not fit into a gas powered car recepatcle....or is your year old enough not to have that little doohicky that keeps this from happening? Well, at least you know what your issue was. I bet you never do that again...it usually only takes once.
Melting Slicks
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From: New Cumberland PA
Sh_t happens.
Years ago at the marina, someone pump 50 gallons of gas into a rod holder instead of the gas tank. All gas went into the bilge. I would imagine it took quite some time to get rid of the smell.
Years ago at the marina, someone pump 50 gallons of gas into a rod holder instead of the gas tank. All gas went into the bilge. I would imagine it took quite some time to get rid of the smell.
Instructor
Joined: Mar 2004
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From: San Diego CA
Rather than laugh at other peoples mistakes, I choose to learn from them, and I still manage to make my own fair share of stuff ups.
Thank's for the info.
This thread will always be in the back of my mind when I pull into a gas station.
Cheers
Mick
Thank's for the info.
This thread will always be in the back of my mind when I pull into a gas station.
Cheers
Mick
Team Owner
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Originally Posted by mandm1200
Sh_t happens.
Years ago at the marina, someone pump 50 gallons of gas into a rod holder instead of the gas tank. All gas went into the bilge. I would imagine it took quite some time to get rid of the smell.
Years ago at the marina, someone pump 50 gallons of gas into a rod holder instead of the gas tank. All gas went into the bilge. I would imagine it took quite some time to get rid of the smell.
I've seen that done too. Glad you figured it out. What color was the smoke, btw?
Melting Slicks
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From: Long Island New York
Sorry to hear about your misfortune, whatta a bummer and certainly nothing to laugh about anytime soon. So what's involved in getting the fuel system cleaned out from the diesel? Do you have to drop the tank and drain it, blow out the fuel lines, replace the fuel filter, clean out the fuel pump and carb? Or can you just drain the tank and carb, replace the filter, put some fuel system cleaner in it, fill it with 93 and just drive it clean?
Burning Brakes
Joined: Feb 2001
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From: Peabody,MA,USA
You should be able to just drain the tank as much as you can and fill it with real gas. Disconnect the coil and the fuel line at the carb and spin the engine over to flush the fuel line. Diesel will mix with gas no problem.
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Originally Posted by CVT4ME
I thought that the nozzles on diesel pumps were of a different size different size than gas pumps and would not fit into a gas powered car recepatcle....or is your year old enough not to have that little doohicky that keeps this from happening? .
Now he knows why he was wondering why the stupid nozzle
would not fit properly while he was cursing at the gasstation owner for not buying proper nozzles
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2001
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From: Winston-Salem NC
Actually, the filler neck on my '69 is nearly big enough to stick your fist into, so I didn't notice the larger nozzle. I cleaned the tank out, spun the motor over with the gas line to the carb disconnected to clean the line out, and filled it back up with good old 93 octane. After about 15 minutes, the smoke finally quit. I've still got to put some fresh plugs in it, and I guess I'll change the oil too, just to be on the safe side.
Check that nozzle before you pump the fuel!!!
Check that nozzle before you pump the fuel!!!
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From: Fair Oaks, OK
I don't think the fuel dispenser's diesel nozzle is supposed to fit gasoline vehicles' filler necks. When I drove a diesel pickup I remember the filler nozzle being much bigger than that of a gas filler. You might want to say something to the filling station the next time you're there buying dies... uhh err gasoline.
On the bright side nothing is messed up. I've even heard of people putting a few gallons of diesel in their gas powered cars to clean out the fuel system. I have never tried it, and don't plan to.
*edit* yep... I shoulda read to the bottom of the thread before posting.
On the bright side nothing is messed up. I've even heard of people putting a few gallons of diesel in their gas powered cars to clean out the fuel system. I have never tried it, and don't plan to.
*edit* yep... I shoulda read to the bottom of the thread before posting.
Melting Slicks
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I think I hurt myself laughing! At least it was a cheap fix and didn't destroy anything (except a little of your pride).
That said, someone mentioned boats. I see this kind of thing all the time there. Gas in diesel, diesel in gas, gas in the water tank, or holding tank, etc. So dont feel too bad, just remember: Green nozzles dont mean go.
Gary
That said, someone mentioned boats. I see this kind of thing all the time there. Gas in diesel, diesel in gas, gas in the water tank, or holding tank, etc. So dont feel too bad, just remember: Green nozzles dont mean go.
Gary
