Reserve Why
08-14-2018, 04:56 PM
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Team Owner
I am looking at C4 vettes that are showing reserve on there fuel gauge. Why would you scvange off the bottom of the tank all the crud? When i see cars like that on line i just delete them, it just shows lack of care or no knowlege of how they are affecting mechanical operation of car
The sock is always going to be having suction from the pump. There is a filter on all 3 parts. The tank, after the pump and in the fuel injector. Bigger issue will be the varnish build up in the fuel path INSIDE the injector.
08-14-2018, 05:38 PM
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At this point our cars are so old, I don't know that it matters? My car is 33 years old. It was completely unsurprising to find a small amount of debris in the bottom of the tank when I changed the pump.
I just mopped it out. It's fine.
I just mopped it out. It's fine.
08-14-2018, 07:24 PM
#23
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On a side note, I was forced to store my '85 when it was only 6 years old, for a 3-year overseas tour. I had planned for my Dad to start it and run the engine from time-to-time so I left fuel in the tank. Of course he never bothered to start the car and one thing led to another so it ended up stored inside my car trailer for 9 years. When I finally did remove it from storage it needed a new battery and fuel pump, and to rebuild the clutch slave. Changing out the fuel pump was almost the easiest task and while the pump was rusted, the tank was spotless. After removing the old fuel and changing the few items, the car started and performed flawlessly. Over all, it seems like a pretty robust fuel system.
Good luck... GUSTO
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08-15-2018, 11:16 AM
#24
Melting Slicks
What exactly is the schedule for fuel filter replacement? I have scoured the owner's manual and found lots of info on the oil filter, air filter and automatic transmission filter, but not a single word about this chassis-mounted fuel filter. I know exactly where it is on the car, and I actually have a new one to be installed in the near future. I just want to know about the service schedule. Thanks
08-15-2018, 11:22 AM
#25
I spoke with the car lot owner about this when I picked up my 96. According to him they keep the fuel level low so that if/when the gas goes a bit stale after sitting, all they have to do is add a few gallons of fresh and then the car is good to go.
08-15-2018, 07:43 PM
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What exactly is the schedule for fuel filter replacement? I have scoured the owner's manual and found lots of info on the oil filter, air filter and automatic transmission filter, but not a single word about this chassis-mounted fuel filter. I know exactly where it is on the car, and I actually have a new one to be installed in the near future. I just want to know about the service schedule. Thanks
I found these procedures on another Forum and I think they pretty much cover it...
1. Do this when the engine is stone cold!
2. Remove gas cap to relieve pressure.
3. A "crows foot" socket on the end of a 3/8" drive 12" extension will work wonders.
4. Loosen the small screw holding the filter bracket. Do NOT remove. Just loosen the screw enough, so the filter can rotate inside the bracket.
5. After disconnecting the rear fitting, use a socket on the end of the filter to help remove it.
6. Be prepared for a gasoline shower.
7. Make sure the o-rings on the fuel lines are in place and in good shape before installing new filter. Lube both o-rings to facilitate installation.
8. Tighten everything so no fuel leaks.
9. Remember to tighten your gas cap!
10. Start engine and check for leaks.
Good luck... GUSTO
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08-15-2018, 09:27 PM
#27
Race Director
What exactly is the schedule for fuel filter replacement? I have scoured the owner's manual and found lots of info on the oil filter, air filter and automatic transmission filter, but not a single word about this chassis-mounted fuel filter. I know exactly where it is on the car, and I actually have a new one to be installed in the near future. I just want to know about the service schedule. Thanks
08-15-2018, 09:29 PM
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08-15-2018, 10:12 PM
#29
Team Owner
If I'm driving my car much, I like to change it annually or at 10k miles. Filters aren't expensive and injectors are, so I may be overdoing it.
I found these procedures on another Forum and I think they pretty much cover it...
1. Do this when the engine is stone cold!
2. Remove gas cap to relieve pressure.
3. A "crows foot" socket on the end of a 3/8" drive 12" extension will work wonders.
4. Loosen the small screw holding the filter bracket. Do NOT remove. Just loosen the screw enough, so the filter can rotate inside the bracket.
5. After disconnecting the rear fitting, use a socket on the end of the filter to help remove it.
6. Be prepared for a gasoline shower.
7. Make sure the o-rings on the fuel lines are in place and in good shape before installing new filter. Lube both o-rings to facilitate installation.
8. Tighten everything so no fuel leaks.
9. Remember to tighten your gas cap!
10. Start engine and check for leaks.
I would just add one more thing, and that is before loosening any of the fittings around the filter, release the fuel pressure on the fuel rail at the Shrader valve where you normally would attach a fuel pressure gauge to check line pressure.
Good luck... GUSTO
I found these procedures on another Forum and I think they pretty much cover it...
1. Do this when the engine is stone cold!
2. Remove gas cap to relieve pressure.
3. A "crows foot" socket on the end of a 3/8" drive 12" extension will work wonders.
4. Loosen the small screw holding the filter bracket. Do NOT remove. Just loosen the screw enough, so the filter can rotate inside the bracket.
5. After disconnecting the rear fitting, use a socket on the end of the filter to help remove it.
6. Be prepared for a gasoline shower.
7. Make sure the o-rings on the fuel lines are in place and in good shape before installing new filter. Lube both o-rings to facilitate installation.
8. Tighten everything so no fuel leaks.
9. Remember to tighten your gas cap!
10. Start engine and check for leaks.
Good luck... GUSTO
08-15-2018, 10:26 PM
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08-16-2018, 09:00 AM
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08-16-2018, 07:07 PM
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08-16-2018, 08:24 PM
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Heres a link.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...or-2019-a.html
08-16-2018, 10:19 PM
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Go vote for the c4 as Corvette of the year and all will be forgiven.
Heres a link.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...or-2019-a.html
Heres a link.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...or-2019-a.html
