Filling up

**LUNCHBOX_PGH** · 01-26-2007, 09:18 AM

Anyone have trouble filling up the gas tank? I can't hold the pump wide open cause the pump stops, and I have to let go of the nozzle, and then try again. it takes me 10 minutes to fill the tank because i have to pump as slow as possible. It feels like there is something blocking the nozzle when i put it into the gas tank filler. Any ideas? Is there something that I need to remove from the filler?

tuckinauster · 01-26-2007, 09:24 AM

next time you fill up dont stick the nozzle so far down into the filler neck. i dont know why it does that but my jeep is the same way.

howellru · 01-26-2007, 09:31 AM

Same problem here. I also have gas spurt out back when tank is full. Sometimes its a little sometimes it's a lot.

Samgler · 01-26-2007, 09:38 AM

Finally, some light on this stupid problem that pisses me off so mildly.

But really its a PITA especially when it's cold out and I hare to keep coming in and out of my Jeep when I leave it pumping gas.

**rustywrangler** · 01-26-2007, 09:48 AM

Same problem here. Always lose a little at the end. I have to keep the handle about 1/3 out or it will always cut out every few gallons and I have to start pumping again.

95YJDAVE · 01-26-2007, 10:03 AM

i have the same problem i just stick it in as far as i can wiggle it around alittle bit and slowly squeeze the leaver to full and it works, for me neways idk good luck

EABiker · 01-26-2007, 10:13 AM

I usually hold the nozzle at an 8 oclock angle rather than 6; that seems to work for me!

jeepnmike · 01-26-2007, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by EABiker

I usually hold the nozzle at an 8 oclock angle rather than 6; that seems to work for me!

Yep thats what I do too. But it still occasionally cuts off and I always get the squirt/spill at the end

ovrlnd · 01-26-2007, 10:34 AM

the fuel pump handle cuts off because of pressure. if the nozzle is too far down into the filler there is not adequate room for the vapors to escape so the pressure builds up and clicks the pump off for obvious safety reasons. mine does the same thing I just put it in there a little and let it go. the drawback is you actually have to hold it there and sometimes that can be way annoying

jdarg · 01-26-2007, 10:37 AM

Seems to consistently help when I turn the nozzle about 45 degrees from vertical too. Not all pumps do this, only certain stations it seems like.

chim · 01-26-2007, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by myrtle150

I always get the squirt/spill at the end

Why do I think this will appear in a sig line soon?.................chim

gregmondro · 01-26-2007, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by tuckinauster

next time you fill up dont stick the nozzle so far down into the filler neck. i dont know why it does that but my jeep is the same way.

same thing on my 99 XJ.

biblicone · 01-26-2007, 10:59 AM

Just drive into Jersey - have them pump your gas for you.

jeep couple · 01-26-2007, 11:16 AM

I always put the nozzle at either the 9 or 3 o'clock position and it always works for me.

jeepnmike · 01-26-2007, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by chim

Why do I think this will appear in a sig line soon?.................chim

guess I didnt think that one through

01-26-2007, 09:31 AM	#3
howellru Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Jackson, MS Posts: 234 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	Same problem here. I also have gas spurt out back when tank is full. Sometimes its a little sometimes it's a lot. __________________ Welcome to my midlife crisis. ;) '89 YJ Wrangler, 4.2L, MC2100 Nutted Carburator

01-26-2007, 09:48 AM	#5
rustywrangler Got my eye on you..... Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Syracuse, NY Posts: 18,657 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	Same problem here. Always lose a little at the end. I have to keep the handle about 1/3 out or it will always cut out every few gallons and I have to start pumping again. __________________ http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p...k_banner-1.gif Congenital Heart Disease is a reality for me, BOTH of my children have it. Please read up and become aware for future generations Lydia Ann-Acquired 08/05/05 Open Heart surgery 08/10/05 Jacob Patrick-Acquired 01/17/08 Open Heart surgery 02/15/08

01-26-2007, 10:03 AM	#6
95YJDAVE Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: New York Posts: 61 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	i have the same problem i just stick it in as far as i can wiggle it around alittle bit and slowly squeeze the leaver to full and it works, for me neways idk good luck __________________ just bought a 95 red yj soft top no mods yet [SIZE="3"][COLOR="Red"]/l , [____], l---L-- [COLOR="white"][][/COLOR]lllllll[COLOR="White"][][/COLOR]-[/COLOR] ()_) ()_)---o-)_)[/SIZE]

01-26-2007, 10:34 AM	#9
ovrlnd Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 677 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	the fuel pump handle cuts off because of pressure. if the nozzle is too far down into the filler there is not adequate room for the vapors to escape so the pressure builds up and clicks the pump off for obvious safety reasons. mine does the same thing I just put it in there a little and let it go. the drawback is you actually have to hold it there and sometimes that can be way annoying __________________ "We'll get out of this disaster in time for the next one" "I'm done recomboobulating the energy-mo-tron" 88 YJ, 350/350 Chevy, Twin Stick Dana 300 with JB 32 spline rear output, 6.5" lift, Front Scout II Dana 44 w/Yukon 4340 shafts, trac loc, 4.27's, Warn Premium Hubs, flipped YJ Tie Rod, Ford F150 front calipers, Rear Scout II Dana 44 w/Alloy 4340 shafts, HD RPT retainer plates, 4.27's True trac, Steeltech Disc brakes, Cage upgrade, B&M Prostick Shifter, Custom Fabbed tire, gas, jack carrier, 3/8 angle rear bumper, clevis's all around, old & reliable rep8000 winch. Flood lights. loud stereo. 35x12.50 swampers and a bunch of other stuff

01-26-2007, 10:59 AM	#13
biblicone Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Philly Posts: 182 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	Just drive into Jersey - have them pump your gas for you.