Hello, I am thinking of pumping gas from Prius into lawn mower. Do you think this pump will work (reverse)? Or you know a better product? Thanks! http://www.amazon.com/dp/product/B001VLK0RA?tag=priuschatcom-20
Unless you can reverse it so it sucks through the flexible hose and discharges through the rigid part (the opposite of what is shown in the pic) then I would say no. That rigid piece that is shown in the portable can isn't going to be long, or flexible, enough to reach into the prius tank. They sell hand pumps pretty cheaply at auto part stores that would work well if all your looking to do is fill up a 2.5 gallon can.
Actually my other concern is: can I reach the bottom of the gas tank on Prius with a soft hose? Maybe there is something in the line try to block it I guess, for "safety". If there is no obstacles, then I might be able to switch the soft and hard tube position... Using electric pump is much better. I hate gas fume.
The Prius fuel system has an integral anti-siphon screen. You will need to defeat that in order to get to the fuel. Tom
I will have to be the one to ask the dumb question "why not just get gas in a can at the gas station ?"
Tried it once, don't like the smell inside car for days... Plus, I want to own and manage less things.
Seems like you're going through a lot of trouble, including trying to defeat the anti-siphon system, just to avoid buying a gas can. Hint: Just don't get any gas on the outside of the gas can. If you do, just wipe it off before putting it into the car. Make sure the gas tank's cap is on tight and keep a few windows open. I've never had any lingering odors if I follow those rules above.
So... owning and managing a pump (with moving parts that will wear and need replacement eventually) is somehow easier or better than owning and managing a gas can (with no moving parts and likely to last a lifetime with no maintenance)? To help with the smell, avoid dripping any on the outside, as others have said. Close it up tight. And when you get home, leave all the windows down for a couple of hours while you mow and do whatever else needs to be done. problem solved!
The problem is one of operator training. Fill a 5gal container only to 4 to 4.5 gallons. Stop the flow. Let the fuel drip off the nozzle. Carefully remove the nozzle without dripping fuel. Close the gas container and carefully place in car. Ensure there are no drips on the side or bottom of the container. I place the pour spout in an up-standing position for transport. It won't splash out when you take corners at hyper-miler speeds. Place the container into car passenger front floor board. If totally paranoid, place something disposable and/or absorbent between the can and your floor mat. Leave windows down on the way home. Remove the fuel container at home in such a fashion as to not spill or splash gasoline on or in your car. Tools and equipment to maintain: one fuel can, with lid. Repeat as required.
since the motor is being pulled , much of the air clearner and spark plugs are gonna be off anyway -- those two pvc hoses with heat surround also are a bit in h eway but u can unscrew the 2 bolts on the rail, pull it out .. and then remove one of the injectors .. then stick a tube up there (may need some elect. tape to make a nice fit) and get one of those harbor freight siphon hand pumps and get a good workout .. its a very slow way to get some but it works .. next , drill pump and garden hose attempt !
Anyone used the NEW, CARB gasoline cans.....I spill so much with them, I would be tempted to try to siphon, if it were not for the "anti-siphon" device installed on all the new cars....
yeah .. that s what i put the gas in .. they are a bitch to pour out of .. and there is almast always a mess pouring to push down on the spring if there is not enough seal at the top of the pour spout ... but they do a good job of not letting fumes vent off into the garage otherwise (expensive as heck -like $10 for a 1 or 2 gal ) ...
I broke down and bought a large galvanized funnel with a mesh screen in-line. My dad has one for his truck. Anyway, I now just take the entire cap off the CARB gas cans and just pour the gas easily into the funnel. Let the funnel dry for an hour or so and then pack it away. It saves me at least a quarter cup of gas each time I refill my brushcutter or chainsaw.
a 1/4 cup is no small amount --- -- thats alot of stinky fumes -- i guess if the CARB gascan had a good rubber seal and could be tightened enough, then they wouldnt drip so badly .. -- but that's a lot of IFs !!! I usually leave funnels hanging on the wallboard in the garage -- i guess a better thing would be to let dry and put in a plastic bag or container that closes ...
aint much to take in a (removable about 10 gal) tank --1) (gas about $3.5/gal here not so much demand) anti-siphon screen 2) if you want to take from under the hood, it implies you have the keys and alot of tools and time to get down and remove around the fuel rail -- not many people other than a mechanic or owner are gonnna be doing it ... 3)
If you think a little jerry can has the potential to stink up your Prius, you should see the 30 gallon gas caddy I put in it when I need to put gas in the boat
