ya i believe the tanks have metal skid plates under them, at least the front does. great place for water to collect! as for the slow pumping,
Quote:
Article No.
94-14-11
07/13/94
FUEL SYSTEM - DIFFICULT OR SLOW FILLING FUEL TANKS - F-SERIES CHASSIS CAB VEHICLES
LIGHT TRUCK:
1987-94 F-250, F-350
This TSB is being republished in its entirety to correct a misprint in this article.
ISSUE:
Some trucks may experience a difficult or slow fuel fill rate. This may occur because of misassembled fuel fill pipes or the current fill pipe does not handle large nozzles and high flow rates available at larger fuel stations and truck stops.
ACTION:
Replace fuel fill pipes. In diesel applications, the external vent hose replaces the internal vent hose and the fill hose is larger. In gasoline applications, pre-assembled hoses prevent misassembly and the hoses are larger.
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possibility there. i think the vent may be clogged though not allowing the vapors to release so its kicking the nozzle off.
another fuel related tsb
Quote:
Recall 01I008000: Fuel Pump Check Valve Defect
Notes
This is not a safety defect in accordance with the Safety Act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency.
Vehicle Description: 1990-1993 Ford F-Series vehicles equipped with dual fuel tanks and 4.9, 5.0,5.8, or 7.5 liter gasoline fueled engines. Some vehicles can experience a cross tank fuel flow condition due to a damaged check valve in the fuel pump/sender assembly. Fuel may be supplied from one tank and some or all of the unused fuel may be returned to the other tank.
Should this occur, the capacity of the receiving tank may be exceeded and fuel may overflow from the filler cap.
Ford is extending the warranty for potential fuel cross-flow to 12 years of service or 150,000 miles from the vehicle's warranty start date, whichever occurs first. This cover will automatically transfer to subsequent owners at no charge. If a vehicle already has more than 150,000 miles, this voerage will last until December 31, 2001. If the vehicle is experiencing a fuel cross-flow condition, dealers will repair the condition free of charge. Ford has decided to conduct an Extended Coverage Program to extend the warranty coverage for potential fuel cross flow problems. Owners can contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332, concerning this program.
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there are also a ton of tsb's on the trans. the e40d doesn't seem to hold up well. check the frame for cracks though, they have a tsb for around the rear shock mount. also, check the frame rivets, see if any seem loose or shifted. had to replace some on a 90 ranger with bolts, its a tsb. inspect the brake and fuel metal lines thoroughly, any car that has sat for awhile will definitely see a brake line going sooner or later.