by Michael | Jan 21, 2023 | Fuel and Exhaust
After purchasing a 1967 BMW 1600 2 last Fall, I filled it with gas and then watched the gas leak out on the ground! After removing the rusty screws (with the aid of a wonderful product called Marvel oil, I thoroughly cleaned the tank of rust (especially along the...
by Michael | Jan 20, 2023 | Fuel and Exhaust
I have developed a leak in the gas tank of my 1971 2800, evidently in the seam. Are any of the sealing liquids I read about in the Roundel, like 3M Scotchclad #776, worth the effort? What is the required preparation? Author: W. F. Gorenflo Lakeside Park, KY Antique...
by Michael | Jan 18, 2023 | Fuel and Exhaust
If you hear “waves breaking on the shore” from the gas tank of your 2002 for four or five seconds after coming to a stop, or after rocking the car when parked, you’re not imagining things. The tank does not have a loose baffle because there are no...
by Michael | Jan 17, 2023 | Fuel and Exhaust
As many 1600/2002 owners know, gas tanks have a tendency to rust at the mounting flange, creating annoying and dangerous leaks. A relatively simple and inexpensive cure exists which should last forever… almost. The tools and materials required are: 1. Assorted...
by Michael | Jul 14, 2012 | Fuel and Exhaust
Though you might think the car makers put them there to make them harder to replace, the real reason is for cooling, lubrication and to help isolate pump noise. One of the leading causes of failure for in-tank electric fuel pumps, according to one pump manufacturer,...
