Well i dropped a piece of black rubber fuel line into my gas tank and i was wondering if it will disentegrate in the gas tank causing problems.
2006-12-01 21:17:56 · 7 answers · asked by jatmcm72 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Probably not unless there is other trash in there then it could pile up and clog your line.
2006-12-01 21:21:06 · answer #1 · answered by Sean 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's actually rubber it will turn into a jelly like substance that will clogg your fuel system. Causing an expensive problem.
Neoprene is usually used for fuel lines which is rubber like but stands up to the chemical reaction and will usually not break down. Do not use standard old time rubber fuel line. Use neoprene and only in short lengths.
2006-12-02 00:56:07 · answer #2 · answered by Ruben E 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm guessing that you have a fairly new vehicle. In that case you would have an electric fuel pimp. There should be a strainer on the pick up, so you shouldn't have to worry about the line getting into your fuel line.
The line may deteriate over a period of time, it is gas compatible after all. The only concern I'd have right now, is it getting jammed in the sending unit and your gas gauge not working properly.
2006-12-01 21:37:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know, I know, pick me, I know.....you have a fuel tank with a rubber hose in it. That is what happens. I am so smart (and lacking sleep).
No seriously, you shouldn't have a problem. If it worries you for it to be in there, you could drop the tank and remove it, but I wouldn't worry about it.
2006-12-02 15:46:00 · answer #4 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The rubber will eventually deteriorate or melt, being as how it is in gasoline. you may plug your injectors if your car is a newer model. however you should be safe if you keep your tank from running on empty, as sediment and any other deposits will remain on the bottom of the tank.
2006-12-01 21:38:44 · answer #5 · answered by pachelabaro 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it's fuel line cuz it's resistant to fuel, not plain rubber......no problem at all.
2006-12-01 21:29:15 · answer #6 · answered by Sizzle Pizzle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
.............. DON'T BE BOTHERED ............... as there is a filter in the refill pipe ......... that should stop it for going in the tank .......... and in next service you can point it to the work shop and they can probably have a probe to take it out ...........
2006-12-01 21:44:46 · answer #7 · answered by spaceman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋