To make it a bit more automated, but just as simple, the transfer pump
could kick in when the resistance on the fuel guage (assuming you have
a working guage), goes up/down to the quarter-tank resistance, and
back off when it goes to the three-quarter-tank resistance.

Sudhir

On Fri, Jan 1, 2010 at 22:13, Al Knoll <anasasi@gmail.com> wrote:
> The Feynman solution to the pickup and such on the aux fuel tank is to
> simply use the tank as a transfer tank.  A simple pump is used to transfer
> the contents to the main tank when it is empty enough.  Can be done
> underway.  No dual fuel pumps, no high pressure lines, just a transfer pump
> and switch and of course a working fuel guage on the main tank.
>
> "Things should be a simple as practicable, but no simpler"
>
> Al (AH-1 gunner)
>
> On Thu, Dec 31, 2009 at 9:31 PM, TJ Hemrick <x53gunner@gmail.com> wrote:
>
>>  David,
>>
>>  You just couldn't do it.  You just couldn't stay away.  A few years ago
>> when we exchanged emails and over the past several years of reading between
>> the lines of posts here on the list, I sensed some dissatisfaction and
>> occasional disgust with some unruly customers.  I completely understood
>> your
>> sentiments.  I hope things go much better now.  Although, I must say,
>> they're still out their so don't let them ruffle your feathers.
>>  Damn glad you're back.
>>  Now, about the plans for those aux fuel tanks and how to rig the
>> pickups....   ;)
>>
>> Great way to start the new year,
>>
>> Ciao'
>>
>> TJ Hemrick
>> 87 Syncro
>> Melbourne Florida
>>
>> Date:    Thu, 31 Dec 2009 10:07:03 -0800
>> From:    David Marshall <mailinglist@FASTFORWARD.CA>
>> Subject: HasenWerk 2010 Grand Opening
>>
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>> After a two year sabbatical I would like to
>> announce that HasenWerk is now officially open for business as of January
>> 1st 2010.  Unlike my former business, Fast Forward Automotive,
>> I have reduced my product scope and will focus mainly on engine conversio=
>> n
>> wiring harnesses and accessories for Volkswagen Vanagon a Suzuki Samurai
>> vehicles.  One of the new areas that I am getting into is custom chip
>> tuning for Vanagons with TDI and 1.8T engines so that the power is
>> &ldquo;softer&rdquo; on the gear box.
>> Please feel free to visit http://www.hasenwerk.ca and take a
>> look at what I have to offer and as well see photos from my various BMW G=
>> S
>> and Volkswagen Syncro adventures.
>> May everyone have a happy and prosperous
>> 2010!
>>
>> David Marshall
>> VW Adventure Driver and BMW Adventure Rider
>> =20
>> HasenWerk=20
>> http://www.hasenwerk.ca
>>
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