How full is your tank ?
Posted: 21 Jun 2015, 15:43
I've read various idea's regarding how much petrol should be left in the tank of
any older classic / vintage car that's not used regularly. I experienced problems starting my Flaminia ( with Bendix mechanical pump )
if it hadn't been started for more than a couple of weeks in the winter. In the summer it seems fine.
The argument in favour of keeping the tank well topped up appear to be.
1. Little chance of condensation from the tank dripping into the petrol. causing starting and possible serious engine problems
2. Less pressure required for a mechanical pump to suck up gas if the carbs are completely dry and need some help ?
3. No need to hunt around for quality petrol if the mood takes you to take the car for a quick spin
4. Less chance of sucking up debris from the bottom of an older tank
5. If gas prices are rising, you filled up at a better price.
Against.
1. Petrol not quite as fresh as filling up every journey
2. Carrying unnecessary weight and reducing MPG
3. Greater fire hazard in the garage or in an accident
4. If gas prices are falling -----------
Any thoughts ?
Thanks
Richard
any older classic / vintage car that's not used regularly. I experienced problems starting my Flaminia ( with Bendix mechanical pump )
if it hadn't been started for more than a couple of weeks in the winter. In the summer it seems fine.
The argument in favour of keeping the tank well topped up appear to be.
1. Little chance of condensation from the tank dripping into the petrol. causing starting and possible serious engine problems
2. Less pressure required for a mechanical pump to suck up gas if the carbs are completely dry and need some help ?
3. No need to hunt around for quality petrol if the mood takes you to take the car for a quick spin
4. Less chance of sucking up debris from the bottom of an older tank
5. If gas prices are rising, you filled up at a better price.
Against.
1. Petrol not quite as fresh as filling up every journey
2. Carrying unnecessary weight and reducing MPG
3. Greater fire hazard in the garage or in an accident
4. If gas prices are falling -----------
Any thoughts ?
Thanks
Richard