Guest tx2sturgis Posted July 23, 2013 Share #26 Posted July 23, 2013 I come across that didn't punch holes in their neck Yeah my neck is fine the way it is, thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djh3 Posted July 23, 2013 Share #27 Posted July 23, 2013 I have a couple in mine at 12oclock position. I used an automatic center punch. you know the springloaded ones you just push and the make a dent. It takes a bit but it works. Then I put a little larger nail in the hole and "rounded" it out. On trips where I'm trying to get the make distance I'll sit on the bike and fill up so its more upright. DON"T hit the auto punch with a hammer!!!!!!! They are about $3 at harbor freight. I thought about maybe running the shop vac and either sucking across the top to keep sparks out or hook it up to blow across. I think sucking across would do 2 things. If you had sparks it would draw them out instead of in and also if you had material coming off it would capture it instead of falling into the tank. I did neither. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VentureFar Posted July 23, 2013 Author Share #28 Posted July 23, 2013 There is always a first time but a lot of us have punched these holes and no one "didn't write it to tell about it" - wait, that couldn't happen...... VentureFar.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prairiehammer Posted July 23, 2013 Share #29 Posted July 23, 2013 I thought about maybe running the shop vac and either sucking across the top to keep sparks out or hook it up to blow across. Oh, man! DON'T DO THAT! The shop vacs use a universal (brush type) motor that creates a spark at the brushes while operating. Sucking gasoline vapors into a running shop vac will virtually guarantee an explosion. IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeWa Posted July 23, 2013 Share #30 Posted July 23, 2013 (edited) I have a couple in mine at 12oclock position. I used an automatic center punch. you know the springloaded ones you just push and the make a dent. It takes a bit but it works. Then I put a little larger nail in the hole and "rounded" it out. On trips where I'm trying to get the make distance I'll sit on the bike and fill up so its more upright. DON"T hit the auto punch with a hammer!!!!!!! They are about $3 at harbor freight. I thought about maybe running the shop vac and either sucking across the top to keep sparks out or hook it up to blow across. I think sucking across would do 2 things. If you had sparks it would draw them out instead of in and also if you had material coming off it would capture it instead of falling into the tank. I did neither. lol DO NOT USE A SHOP VAC. If you are worried about sparks use a brass punch. For those of you who don't know. Sparks within the fuel tank are extremely unlikely to cause a fire or explosion. Hence electric fuel pumps, electrical connections, fuel gage senders etc are frequently located in the tank. That doesn't mean safety shouldn't be foremost in your mind so use a brass punch. To get the maximum benefit multiple holes should be located around the filler neck. Mike Edited July 23, 2013 by MikeWa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeWa Posted July 23, 2013 Share #31 Posted July 23, 2013 So here is the exact reason for squeezing every oz of gas in. In a few weeks: Riding Tonopah Nv up 376 thru Austin to Battle Mountain. There is gas in Tonopah - a 185 mile ride from my last gas stop. Then Tonopah to Austin - no gas enroute - 118 miles Austin to Battle Mountain - 88 miles no gas enroute So I figure 206 miles on two lane road - guessing speed at 60-65 - not freeway speeds, I am safe going that distance with 5.8 gal ( and 2 liters in the trunk for the RSV I come across that didn't punch holes in their neck ) VentureFar... That ride across Nevada on US 50 (The Loneliest Highway in America) is one of the areas where you need to pay attention to your fuel and fill up in Austin whether you need it or not. The next available gas stop may be 100 to 150 plus miles. Especially if you decide to take a little detour and see Sand Mountain up close. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Tall Posted July 23, 2013 Share #32 Posted July 23, 2013 Did the same thing to mine about three years ago...No Awl but took a grinder and sharpened a #16 nail. Three nice big holes in the front of the neck allowed me a few extra miles going to South Dakota/Black Hills a couple years ago. I was unaware of the distances between fuel in SD and this little trick saved me calling Road Service... Just me and I'm just saying... Long Tall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sylvester Posted July 23, 2013 Share #33 Posted July 23, 2013 I did this waaayyy back in 2001 and never had second thoughts about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missionary Rider Posted July 23, 2013 Share #34 Posted July 23, 2013 What I want to know is does it allow you to fill the tank more quickly? Tired of the click and wait while the fuel bubbles down. Lynn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awsmsrv Posted July 23, 2013 Share #35 Posted July 23, 2013 Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongobobny Posted July 23, 2013 Share #36 Posted July 23, 2013 What I want to know is does it allow you to fill the tank more quickly? Tired of the click and wait while the fuel bubbles down. LynnYes it does! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongobobny Posted July 23, 2013 Share #37 Posted July 23, 2013 Is anybody bringing the required tools for this to the International?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMCOFFEY Posted April 27, 2014 Share #38 Posted April 27, 2014 I guess the quality of the awl matters a little bit. Or that metal is not as soft as some may think. http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j169/coffeyR6/Mobile%20Uploads/93A59195-6DC1-4FDD-8FD1-C6CEA6A5EE82.jpg http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j169/coffeyR6/Mobile%20Uploads/D1A72510-A527-498E-A9DE-A1C9B35C9E93.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VentureFar Posted April 27, 2014 Author Share #39 Posted April 27, 2014 Funny. I bought a cheap awl with a wood handle. Hit it hard with a rubber mallet and punched thru every hit. Were you being timid? VentureFar... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMCOFFEY Posted April 27, 2014 Share #40 Posted April 27, 2014 I might have been. I am just going to buy a punch set and beat the snot out of it. I will get those holes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VentureFar Posted April 27, 2014 Author Share #41 Posted April 27, 2014 Full tank of gas. Less fumes to ignite. And one strike per hole. VentureFar... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragtop69gs Posted April 27, 2014 Share #42 Posted April 27, 2014 So I shouldn't use an acetylene torch with a fine cutting tip ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyinfool Posted April 27, 2014 Share #43 Posted April 27, 2014 So I shouldn't use an acetylene torch with a fine cutting tip ? Go for it, but take video....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRider Posted April 27, 2014 Share #44 Posted April 27, 2014 I did this several years ago. Along with my 5 gallon aux tank, I can fill right at 11 gallons. 350+ mile range. Now, if I can just get a aux bladder I can use all that gas at once. Sucks getting old (but it beats the alternative). RR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VentureFar Posted April 27, 2014 Author Share #45 Posted April 27, 2014 The aux bladder has been invented. It is call te "sneeky leaker". Google it. VentureFar... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoomerCPO Posted April 27, 2014 Share #46 Posted April 27, 2014 I ran out of gas just once on a lonely back road here in Loozeeanner. Once on the shoulder of the road I simply put the kickstand down and slammed the scoot over to the left and down hard on the kickstand. Enough gas sloshed from the right side to the left side for me to fire her up and make it to a gas station 19 miles away. Boomer....who sez it helps to have pygmies going for gas too if needed........and at my age I welcome a gas stop every 150miles just to stretch out the kinks and water the plants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guns_usn_20 Posted April 27, 2014 Share #47 Posted April 27, 2014 are there any pictures posted? I want to do this. I just want to see exactly where to punch the holes. I don't want to mess up my tank. Chicken no, Cautious yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VentureFar Posted April 27, 2014 Author Share #48 Posted April 27, 2014 Here you go http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v468/ihavethespirit/pbVentureFar/52620778-D193-4612-8B5E-4026A9E6F3BB_zpsartchzvu.jpg Venture Far...ther. Haha cowpuc will get that one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guns_usn_20 Posted April 28, 2014 Share #49 Posted April 28, 2014 Thanks for the picture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muaymendez1 Posted April 29, 2014 Share #50 Posted April 29, 2014 Thanks for the picture. Why did I picture huge holes drilled into the side of a fuel tank? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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