RT Gas Gauge

[VaughnCat]

fuel gauge

Cat talked to our dealer and they said they can take care of the bouncing gauge with our next visit. As far as tank capacity goes, I have put over 5.5 gallons in the tank after the warning light had been on a while. Our dealer said the part # for the gas tank is the same for the sport trike as it is for the RT-S . . . . I plan to throw a gallon of gas in the trunk and run the tank out one of these days just to see what it will hold. . . . .

 

[boborgera]

I see you're in NJ. What exit ?

I'm in North Jersey, No exits here just Jug handles.:roflblack:

 

[M2Wild]

Bouncing gas guage ... sounds just like the ones on my jet ski. They musta borrowed parts from that department.:roflblack:

 

[ThreeWheels]

I'm in North Jersey, No exits here just Jug handles.:roflblack:

At least they got rid of most of those damn circles. I grew up in North Jersey. Morris County. One Day. I will be taking my Spyder down Iron Mountain Road to see if it's as death defying as I remember it when I first learned to drive.
I doubt it, but I'm sure it will still be a nice ride.

 

[boborgera]

At least they got rid of most of those damn circles. I grew up in North Jersey. Morris County.


Don't you remember how the circles work?

The biggest and most dilapidated vehicles have the right of way. hyea:

 

[Gordy]

not a good idea to run your fuel tank dry, fuel pump depends on fuel for lub and cooling can damage pump.Ford had a similar problem with fuel guages a few years ago( needle bounce )and we put some kind of module on the back apparenly to slow the signal from tank unit

 

[ThreeWheels]

Here's what we need. NOT a calculation of the tank volume, but an actual measurement of how much usable fuel can be carried.

As an example, when measuring the tank capacity, you have to take the volume of the tank, and then subtract the volume taken up by the pump and fuel sending unit. Also, how much fuel is left in the tank when the pump stops . There may be some level of fuel required to maintain the prime for the pump.

Here's what I'm advocating, and I think my dealer will be able to do this.
Hook up an external catch basin to the fuel pump. Run teh fuel pump inside the tank until it no longer pumps. The tank may or may not be empty, but this will be the absolute lowest level of usable fuel in the tank.
Next, add 1/2 gallon of gas. Wait five minurtes and see if the low level warning light goes off. If it stays on, put in another 1/2 gallon of fuel. Wait five minutes and check on the light. Continue adding fuel 1/2 gallon at a time until the low level goes offf. That tells us how much gas is in the tank when the warning light goes on.

 

[glynnk]

Here's what we need. NOT a calculation of the tank volume, but an actual measurement of how much usable fuel can be carried.

As an example, when measuring the tank capacity, you have to take the volume of the tank, and then subtract the volume taken up by the pump and fuel sending unit. Also, how much fuel is left in the tank when the pump stops . There may be some level of fuel required to maintain the prime for the pump.

Here's what I'm advocating, and I think my dealer will be able to do this.
Hook up an external catch basin to the fuel pump. Run teh fuel pump inside the tank until it no longer pumps. The tank may or may not be empty, but this will be the absolute lowest level of usable fuel in the tank.
Next, add 1/2 gallon of gas. Wait five minurtes and see if the low level warning light goes off. If it stays on, put in another 1/2 gallon of fuel. Wait five minutes and check on the light. Continue adding fuel 1/2 gallon at a time until the low level goes offf. That tells us how much gas is in the tank when the warning light goes on.

Sounds like a good plan....keep us posted. As I've said elsewhere, I didn't by my RT-S for the gas mileage, but it sure would be nice to have a 6.6 gallon tank to work with as advertised...every little bit helps.

Glynnk

 

[ThreeWheels]

Here's the latest from Gargano's in East Haven.
They are an excellent dealership.

As per your request I have re-drained the fuel tank. I drained the tank with the fuel pump and got it to where the pump was no longer pushing fuel. I then added fuel in the tank until the fuel light went off. The light went off at 1.5 Gallons. That should equate to roughly 30-45 miles to empty (depending on the fuel grade and driving habits).

Tonight on the way home, the fuel light went on. I drove for another 10 or 12 miles and stopped for gas. The tank took 4.5 gallons. That indicates the useful capacity is a little more than 5.5 gallons, but less than 6, maybe about 5.75

 

[glynnk]

I've had a couple of calls (messages) from Carlo (the latest this afternoon) about my recent email on the gas tank capacity issue for the RT. BRP engineering confirms a 6.6 (25 liter)gallon tank for the RT. In addition, Carlo stated that the low gas warning light should come on with 1.3 gallons left. He went on to state that he has personally put in 24.5 liters of gas in a Spyder. So.........we'll see.

Glynnk

 

[NancysToy]

I've had a couple of calls (messages) from Carlo (the latest this afternoon) about my recent email on the gas tank capacity issue for the RT. BRP engineering confirms a 6.6 (25 liter)gallon tank for the RT. In addition, Carlo stated that the low gas warning light should come on with 1.3 gallons left. He went on to state that he has personally put in 24.5 liters of gas in a Spyder. So.........we'll see.

Glynnk

I am surprised at the 24.5 liter (6.47 gallon) statement, especially since a lot of us were warned not to top off the tank. The rest corresponds with what I have seen on mine. Assuming a practical tank volume with about 10% head capacity, if you stop when the no-lead ring vent spits back, that leaves a six gallon fuel capacity. I had the fuel light come on just as I pulled to the gas pump, and put in 4.73 gallons, which leaves a 1.3 gallon reserve after the light. That leaves me a 25-40 mile range after the light before I am Found On Road Dead. It jives!