240 Dying on 1/2 tank of gas

Old Jun 12, 2009 | 11:21 AM
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I'm definitely going to fix the yellow line, since it's leaking on the metal side it will be a major pain though.

The red one is capped where the tank is, I just figured it would be where the hanging red hose is supposed to go.

Where the yellow hose connects to the fuel tank, I cut the rubber jacket but there is a plastic hose inside which I can't get off. I have to replace the hose because I cut the rubber part, is this hose a pre-made assembly or do I have to get a fitting and make my own?
 
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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 09:03 AM
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Ok, it's been a few days because I've been working but I have learned a little more info.

First, the hose marked in red is part of the evaporative emissions system, that hose is supposed to run to the charcoal canister.

Also, I think my relay is sticking, so I'm going to try a new one. Now I just need to replace and repair my fuel lines and put a new in-tank pump and filter in. We'll see if that cures my issues.
 
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Old Jun 17, 2009 | 11:08 AM
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I had the same problem on my 85 GL. It sat for 5 years in AZ with 1/2 tank of gas in it. Turned out the in tank pump had rusted so the float would not go below 1/2 tank. Ended up replacing the entire tank and pump due to rust throughout. Not cheap.
 
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Old Jun 19, 2009 | 11:16 AM
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I finally got the pump assembly out of the tank, and I immediately had a "well there's your problem" moment.

It appears my in-tank fuel pump isn't connected to its respective output line as you can see here: http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/7757/p1030264x.jpg

Now it would appear I need a new set of rubber bindings to hold the pump (which I'm replacing for good measure) to its pipe. I also have a leaky fuel line an need a new line from output to metal and from metal to return... I'm not sure how to go about that, especially since I can't disconnect the rubber return line from the metal line (which is leaking!) no matter how hard I try... Its really stuck on there!
 
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Old Jun 19, 2009 | 01:04 PM
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Totally called it. BUt I would replace the intank pump while you are there, that thing looks like it has seen better days. Also, usually when you buy a new intank pump it comes with all the new rubber you're gonna need.
 

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Old Jun 20, 2009 | 11:15 PM
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The job is done, I've replaced the fuel pump and the fuel line. My car runs better now, though it still needs a tune-up. The hesitation is almost completely gone, it's just barely noticable. Thanks for the help guys, next stop is a fuel filter, plugs, cap, rotor and wire set.
 
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