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  1. steve meltzer

    steve meltzer Formula 3

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    #1 steve meltzer, Jun 18, 2025
    I am fairly confident that my carbs are not getting fuel because of a failing fuel pump. However, a friend of mine SAW A CLOGGED UP FUEL SOCK AS A PROBLEM ON A PORSCHE SOME YEARS AGO. NOW, LIKE A HAMMER THAT SEES EVERYTHING IN THE WORLD AS A NAIL. HE BELIEVES THAT THAT'S MY PROBLEM. HAS ANYBODY SEEN THIS? IS IT SOMETHING I SHOULD DO SINCE I WILL HAVE THE PUMP OUT ANYWAY? Thanks, Steve.
     
  2. Sergio Tavares

    Sergio Tavares Formula 3

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    #2 Sergio Tavares, Jun 18, 2025
    it is an easy remove to inspect, why guess or crowdsourced opinions?
    U can still buy them I got a Rutlands one rather than plating my old one. Remove it, evaluate and replace if necessary.

    Also the great time to flush that tank too
     
  3. steve meltzer

    steve meltzer Formula 3

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    #3 steve meltzer, Jun 18, 2025
    Probably so thanks, Steve
     
  4. JC1720

    JC1720 Karting

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    #4 JC1720, Jun 18, 2025
    Had a similar job on my old 911 - while in there do it all, you’ll only regret it / worry about it otherwise!
     
  5. steve meltzer

    steve meltzer Formula 3

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    #5 steve meltzer, Jun 18, 2025
    yes, too worry! s (thanx)
     
  6. steve meltzer

    steve meltzer Formula 3

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    #6 steve meltzer, Jun 18, 2025
    I haven't scoped it out yet, but do you approach the sock from below? I would think so, but maybe from above? Any tips or pearls of wisdom
    thanks steve
    (yes, I decided to replace the sock while we're doing this, so I'm headed out there to drain the tank)
     
  7. steve meltzer

    steve meltzer Formula 3

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    #7 steve meltzer, Jun 18, 2025
    OK, I ordered the fuel tank filter sock from GT car parts. Bill said that it's best to afix it with a bit of JB Weld. Any other thoughts? thanx s
     
  8. Imatk

    Imatk Formula Junior

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    #8 Imatk, Jun 18, 2025
    The filter that I'm thinking of screws into the bottom, and is a plastic cage with mesh.

    AFAIK those are no longer available which is why I replaced mine with a sock.

    Did you find the OEM part somewhere?
     
  9. steve meltzer

    steve meltzer Formula 3

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    #9 steve meltzer, Jun 18, 2025
    no, i got the sock from GTCP. s
     
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  10. Sergio Tavares

    Sergio Tavares Formula 3

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    #10 Sergio Tavares, Jun 20, 2025
    Why not use a real sealant not just epoxy which can separate in heat expansion?
    I prefer Permatex Ultra Fuel Resistant sealant.

    Any time I hear JB Weld I suspect 1) Humour 2) Sarcasm
     
  11. steve meltzer

    steve meltzer Formula 3

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    #11 steve meltzer, Jun 20, 2025
    No Texan worth the **** on his boots, would use anything but JB Weld. But, do you have a part number you have in mind? A lot of permatex products are fuel resistant. thanx s
     
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  12. Sergio Tavares

    Sergio Tavares Formula 3

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    #12 Sergio Tavares, Jun 21, 2025
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    you has a choice of colors, But it should come with a gasket

    Seriously, JB Weld will NOT expand when you go driving the hot Texas day and the fuel tank has a wide temperature range that day. I fear leakings for you and fuel shall not be trifled with
     
  13. steve meltzer

    steve meltzer Formula 3

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    #13 steve meltzer, Jun 21, 2025
    thanx. s
     

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