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Old 03-06-2013, 09:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Orv View Post
Besides partially collapsed tanks, a partially clogged strainer can reduce your usable fuel capacity *markedly*. I once had the engine quit from fuel starvation with six gallons still in the tank, in my wagon.
I'm wondering if this might be the problem with my tank. It holds approx 15 gallons when I fill up. That's if I wait until the yellow indicator comes on. Also, my indicator doesn't wag on my wagon like it does on the sedan. If I keep driving the wagon when the indicator comes on, I have very little distance I can drive until she wont go no more; I see that light come on and I'm rubbernecking for a diesel filling station.

I'll check to see if it's partially collapsed or if I have a clogged strainer.
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