I personally wouldn't listen to Google, in this case. Why would you like to do it the hard way? Siphoning (assisted or not) is the way to go, IMO.Thanks for the replies. I did a Google search and found ideas on disconnecting the fuel line and using the fuel pump to pump fuel. Also draining the tank via a drain plug located on the bottom of the tank.
When he removes the drain plug in the tank bottom, the first thing he'll get is the dregs off the tank bottom. I've heard trying to replace the plug while fuel is running out is not pleasant either.I personally wouldn't listen to Google, in this case. Why would you like to do it the hard way? Siphoning (assisted or not) is the way to go, IMO.
Run the hose to the bottom of the tank, From the fill neck run a loop to the ground. Run the tail above the level in the tank.Siphoning gas through a hose is no big deal. Just go to Lowes and pick up a length of 3/8” ID clear poly hose about 10’ long. Stick one end all the way down in the tank. Suck on the hose until you see it in the clear hose so that it’s a foot from your mouth then stop. Keep your tongue plugging the hole till you get it out of your mouth far enough so that you can put a finger over the hole to stop the fuel from running back to the tank. Bring that end of the hose down to a gas can and quickly stick it in the can. Easy-peezy.
So, how do you defeat the anti-siphon/rollover valve that's been installed in all fuel tanks for the past several decades?I personally wouldn't listen to Google, in this case. Why would you like to do it the hard way? Siphoning (assisted or not) is the way to go, IMO.
I wouldn't be concerned about over working the generator fuel pump. It runs all the time when the generator is running. We've run our onboard generator 24/7 for up to 5 days at times with no problems.The few times I have needed fuel from the MH tank I used the electric fuel pump from the generator. I just disconnect the fuel line, place it into a container and use the prime feature on the generator power button. I could and have thought about connecting another line and pumping it directly into another vehicle tank but have not had the need to do that yet. I assume that would work without a problem. There may be a timer on the prime feature and I would worry about over working the electric generator fuel pump but all that should be fine. Maybe some day I will find out.
I have run mine for several days non-stop with shutdowns only to check vitals. I thought the pump cycles on pressure while running normally. While acting as a transfer pump, it will not cycle and run full time or at least that's what my thinking is.I wouldn't be concerned about over working the generator fuel pump. It runs all the time when the generator is running. We've run our onboard generator 24/7 for up to 5 days at times with no problems.
That was my initial concern.So, how do you defeat the anti-siphon/rollover valve that's been installed in all fuel tanks for the past several decades?
The fuel pump on a carburetor equipped gas generator only puts out about 4-5 PSI and is not equipped with a pressure switch, so it runs constantly. The same fuel pump used in the older Marquis 7000 generators for example, was also made and sold by Carter as a fuel transfer pump.I have run mine for several days non-stop with shutdowns only to check vitals. I thought the pump cycles on pressure while running normally. While acting as a transfer pump, it will not cycle and run full time or at least that's what my thinking is.
I spoke with a 30 year Ford Service tech who informed me that the filler tube has a check valve in it to prevent gas leaks in a tip over, for safety. He uses a fuel hose hooked up to the test port shrader valve under the hood. I'm testing that next and the generator fuel line as #2 option.I didn't know if there were any devices installed in the fill pipe going into the tank to eliminate gasoline theft from siphoning. I've order a siphon hose that has a primer bulb to get the fuel flow started. Ex-Calif I'm at the age where getting a mouthful of gas from a siphon hose sounds like a bad idea. Heck I even put safety glasses on weed whacking the yard now.