Fuel filler neck

[Heatwave]

Powerwagon's thread about the parking brake, and comments thereunder regarding the fuel gauge, brought this gripe to mind:

I totally dislike the location of the fuel filler on my RTV900: it's tucked too far behind the surface of the body side molding ... places too much of an angle for clean filling with fuel cans. Clearly, if you're refueling with a hose, this is no problem at all, and I tip my hat to those of you who do so.

The position of the filler opening prevents my being able to use a Mr. Funnel when fueling my RTV: the funnel is tipped over too far to allow fuel to be poured through the funnel and into the tank. This is in contrast to the fuel filler location atop the left fender of my Kubota ZD21 mower, which makes it a snap to pour fuel through a Mr. Funnel and into the tank. Good design on the mower's filler location; thanks, Kubota.

So ... having rambled through that ... I ask you: does the fuel filler neck position cause you any heartburn when refueling? Do you have a genius-level workaround?

 

[Mark.Sibole]

I gave up on cans years ago.
I have a 55 gallon drum with an electric fuel pump on it like you see in a gas station.
Makes life much easier and I can buy bulk when liquid gold is cheaper

 

[pepr]

Heatwave, the Mr. Funnel can be fitted with 1" diameter PVC pipe. I cut a piece somewhere around 12" long and used a 45 degree fitting to connect the pipe to the filter. I didn't glue the pieces and have had no leaks. This arrangement enables the filter top to be horizontal as recommended by Mr. Funnel. The next step is to temporarily secure the filter to the RTV while you pour. I'm going to try to locate a PVC fitting or pipe that will fit tightly in the neck. From there I'd like to reduce it down to connect to the 1" PVC pipe in hopes that this connection will hold the filter without securing it to the RTV with a string. I hope this makes sense????????????????? This all just a thought at this time.

I use a hose and manual pump on a 100 gal. tank. I'm able to hold the filter with the hose.

But I do agree, it's position could be better

 

[DIXIEDOG]

Best cure I've found is using No-Spill cans like these ones....I use them for everything now they are a true no mess can

They also have a tube that fits on the end but for my stuff I haven't needed one yet.

 

[TWO GUNS]

I use the Mr. Funnel all the time. Don't have any trouble.

Patience Grasshopper, Patience !!!!!

 

[Heatwave]

Thanks for that report and pic. I gotta check around for those No-Spill cans.

I was at the Off Road Diesel pumps earlier in the week, filling my two 5-gal. gans. Another customer had three, tall, red containers in his pickup truck. I stepped over to see what kinda containers they were. Shoulda got the details. Anyhow, they're kinda like those gas containers used in car races: guys pick 'em up, turn 'em over, stick the skinny end in the fuel tank, and the fuel flows quickly. He said it really speeds up refueling his tractor. They had a button that, when pushed, allows air to flow into the container ... I guess it substantially slows, or stops, the flow of fuel if released during the fueling cycle. I wish I had found out more info. Googled for them, but no joy.

 

[TWO GUNS]

Every try military Jerry cans. That what we use here, and they are perfect for things like that >>>>>>>>>>>

 

[TWO GUNS]

Made myself a extension hose for the Mr. Funnel ... Then, secure funnel to
grab-handle. It will work. Be a "No-Spill" fill up.
Take your time. Can't rush perfection !!!!



Mr. Funnel can be aggrivating. But it's a good product >>>

 

[Heatwave]

"secure funnel to grab-handle"

Sounds like a jerry rig. Got a pic or two? I'm interested. I have a coupla "Justrite" 5-gal. steel cans. They work just fine on the Kubota mower, where the filler is atop a fender, but I've got to attach to the cans a long, flexible hose when fueling the RTV ... Kubota inset the filler hole too far. It takes both hands to hold the can and operate the spring-loaded safety lid. That's why I'm looking for alternative fueling devices.