Tanami Fuel Pump
Submitted: Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 15:49
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Member - Michael P (QLD)
Has anyone used the 200 litre drum version of the Tanami pump, Its listed in ebay as "canning pump"? My use would be for unleaded. Any
feedback would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks Mike.
Reply By: Life Member - esarby (NSW) - Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 16:27
Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 16:27
Hi Michael. I don't know about the 200 lt pump. I have the 20 lt and it is great. drop it into the jerry can and put 2 5 psi and it take about 4 minutes to transfer the fuel. Use a compressor or a foot pump. you have to cut the end of the metal tube to fit the jerry can. diagonally so you can tip the can to get the last drop out.
Check out there web site for sizes. Steve.B....
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Follow Up By: Member - Michael P (QLD) - Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 17:08
Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 17:08
Thanks Steve, The principle is the same only a little higher to lift.
Mike.
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Follow Up By: Life Member - esarby (NSW) - Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 18:36
Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 18:36
Michael. I meant 2 to 5 psi not twenty five. It should be the same for a 40 gl drum.
you are only moving the same amount of fuel up the delivery pipe. I use a foot pump but they also have a relief valve if you use a compressor. It is a great pump. cheers Steve.B...
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Reply By: Member - Phil B (WA) - Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 16:41
Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 16:41
I haven't used the specific brand you mention but a homemade one to empty 200 litre drums of petrol and diesel many times at
well 23 on the CSR.
They work perfectly, quickly and with minimum mess ie you don't end up soaked in diesel and smelling like a bowser.
cheers
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Follow Up By: Member - Michael P (QLD) - Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 17:11
Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 17:11
Thanks Phil,
Do you need to keep repressuring the drum to lift the 200L?
Mike.
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Follow Up By: member - mazcan - Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 21:57
Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 21:57
hi micheal p
yes you need constant flow of air to keep the fuel coming out for as long as you want to
then when you have your required amount
cutting the air supply stops the fuel flow as you reduce the air input the fuel flow slows to a stops coming out
its basicly an air displacemant system simple and trouble free
i made my own pump and all i had to do was have one pipe to suit each type of container eg 20/60/or 205 ltr container
cheers
barry
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Reply By: Peter_n_Margaret - Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 17:39
Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 17:39
My DIY version (top of
pic).
Cheers,
Peter
OKA196 Motorhome
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Follow Up By: Member - Michael P (QLD) - Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 17:49
Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 17:49
Peter,
I presume You use a weighted hose as a pick up?
Thanks Mike.
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Follow Up By: member - mazcan - Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 22:19
Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 22:19
hi micheal p
on the one i made i use a length of copper pipe and clamp a short section of reinforce fuel hose on the bottom of each pipe to suit each container size and cut the end at an angle so the end of the hose cant sit on the bottom of the container and seal off the flow of fuel
i cant remember how much fuel i have shifted with
mine but it would be hundred of liters its a brilliant concept and there are no moving parts to wear out only your air compressor /foot pump you could even use the air out of an inflated spare tyre to transfer fuel if your air compressor failed ???
on one of my trips a brand new electric fuel transfer pump failed completly at the the first attemp to move fuel from my auxillary tank to main tank
so i got my compressor air hose and wrapped rag around it and forced air into the filler neck on the aux tank and it pushed the fuel very successfully into the vehicles main tank and
i used this system for the rest of the 7000km trip
cheers
barry
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Follow Up By: Member - Michael P (QLD) - Wednesday, May 04, 2011 at 04:55
Wednesday, May 04, 2011 at 04:55
Barry Hi,
Thanks for your info. The weight/space saving has to be plus as
well.
Much appreciated.
Mike.
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Reply By: Captain Beer - Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 23:33
Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 23:33
Hi MP,
I just finished my own version of this pump today.
Parts:
1 std 50mm poly plumbing plug
2 tyre valves (with nut faster)
1m half inch copper pipe
Gas fitters teflon tape
Hose (clean garden hose will work)
All up around $20.
Tools:
Drill
File or hacksaw
Method:
Drill 3 holes - one for each tyre valve, one for the copper pipe (this hole needs to be an EXACT fit).
Fit the tyre valves. Use o-rings to seal if required.
Force the copper through the last hole & trim the end to 45 deg with file or hacksaw. Make sure it reaches the bottom of your drum.
Put some teflon tape on the plug thread to ensure a good seal.
Attach
To use:
Screw your device into your fuel drum.
Attach your compressor to a tyre valve.
If you have a tyre deflator, attach to the other valve & set it to it's lowest setting (usually around 5psi).
Run the hose to where you want your fuel.
Run the compressor to transfer your fuel.
Cautions:
The electrical bits of your compressor should be at least 4m from your fuel.
Fuel can generate static electricity going through a hose - earth your drum to your car with a jumper lead.
Drums aren't designed for high pressures (6-8psi max). Turn your compressor off if it starts expanding. There may be enough residual pressure to continue transferring fuel for some time (even at 5psi). So, turn your compressor off before your tank is full!
Or just buy a Tanami Pump!
Cheers,
Captain Beer
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Follow Up By: Member - Rod N (QLD) - Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 09:07
Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 09:07
Instead of the second tyre valve get a pressure regulator valve set to 5psi and then you don't have to worry about drums expanding with the chance of exploding. This is what Tanami pumps have. Much safer. Murphy is always around
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Follow Up By: Captain Beer - Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 09:42
Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 09:42
Been looking for a PRV. Any ideas where I can get one?
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Follow Up By: Member - Rod N (QLD) - Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 11:19
Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 11:19
Not exactly sure but somewhere such as Blackwoods or an air tool
shop may help. If all else fails get in touch with Tanami, they might be able to supply one.
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Follow Up By: Member - Michael P (QLD) - Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 14:42
Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 14:42
Hi,
Good advice thanks.
Mike
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Follow Up By: Captain Beer - Friday, May 27, 2011 at 10:30
Friday, May 27, 2011 at 10:30
I couldn't find a PRV, so I made my own using a screw, a washer, two nylon insert lock nuts & a spring out of a Spray'n'Wipe sprayer. I can adjust the flow pressure by adjusting the spring tension.
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Follow Up By: Member - Rob Mac (QLD) - Sunday, May 29, 2011 at 00:00
Sunday, May 29, 2011 at 00:00
Hi, if you are in
Brisbane this company is pretty good and has a lot of good gear, I use them through work and have also bought stuff personally.
http://www.ifsaus.com.au/onlinecat.html
Cheers
Rob Mac
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