wonder wonderful video. I'm wondering if this fuel selector is the same as the one on my 96 f150 duel tank I'm having the same problem. This has been a HELLISH problem for these OBS Fords for years. Thank you so much.
I have a 88 having this problem was about to buy fuel pumps or a whole new selector thanks for the information on this can’t wait to try this in the morning fingers crossed
Just one other thing, you had a filter in yours, I just watched another video after your and the guy had an 88 and there was no filter in there. But since we both have an 87, when you removed the lower half there was a filter in yours and what was the shape of it. Did it look clogged. I'm just wondering if that's my issue
Wow what a nice thing to do for all of us ford owners, hats off to you and your wife. I'm having an issue with my 87 f150 xlt lariat, and I'm wondering if it's the filter inside that canister, that's clogged, that's not letting gas, get to the motor. Could that be possible? I did a long trip with my truck. I put on 245 Miles on the front tank and then switched over to the rear tank and put 44 Miles on that tank. Then the truck decided to die on me. I got it to start i went about a 1/2 a block and stalled again, that happened 3 times I sprayed starting fluid into the intake and the truck started. Then died, I replaced the fuel regulator but nothing. I can hear. Each fuel pump in each tank when selected prime. But the truck just cranks, I took off fuel filter canister and blew through it, that was clear. I'm thinking either the high pressure fuel pump Or the filter in that canister ? What do you think, Do you think it could be that filter or the high pressure fuel pump. Any help would be much appreciated. Thank you.
Ah man I'm a asshole was going to mess with you but I'll wait until your next video lol I did not no those had a filter and were able to be taken apart I have never had to mess with one but I have a 85 e150 up in storage I'll have to go look at it I thought it was a lot smaller than that one but it's been a long time since I was under that van thank you for the info and great video!!!!!!!!
Its their better fuel, leaves a white powdery residue, on older engines it cakes up! Anywhere fuel flow and mechanical motion required, is screwed.drain fuel systems before parking ANY amt. TIME!
Thanks for the video but you missed a very key part of the design of this valve and the reason why they leak. There is a small port and o-ring at the top half's mating surface. This o-ring collapses over time and yours was probably flattened. The port also can get plugged with the old o-ring as mine did. There is no need to put any gasket maker on the mating surface as you did. That will probably make it harder to disassemble or damage the diaphragm the next time you try and disassemble it. The diaphragm itself is designed to seal this joint. The o-ring is a common size and I picked one up at my local O'Reilly's for a less than a buck. The rest of your video was great. Mine was also stuck and I also worked it loose with WD-40. Thanks again.
Getting a 97 in a couple weeks from a friend and previous owner before my friend didn't know what they were doing and put 3 new pumps in the rear tank and then gave up. This will be very helpful in fixing it so I get more mileage on one fill!
My 85 2 wheel drive had two tanks. But unlike every other video I have seen, my selector valve only has two lines running in and to lines running out. Many I see have four on one side and two on the other. I am having problems getting fuel to the engine, so a lot of my research is pointing me here. I am going to replace the high pressure pump as well
Sometimes i am Smart ass today i’ e learned something 😂 i have a 94 F150 4.9 with a gas tank issue only one is wort .. this could be my issue 🙏🏾🤜🏾🤛🏾 thanks
My 1996 F150 when I start driving it either on the front or rear tank to my destination. Stop and return back later to my truck start my truck and my engine starts studding and will not run however when I switch to the other tank it runs perfect. Help!
Awesome clip “very organized.. no bullshit ..instruction was very clear and direct good footage done like a pro… your video was always on point… well done I have the same truck I inherited from my dad .. with the same issue you saved me lots of time!
My brother, thank YOU!!! Excellent walk through and brother as others have mentioned, you did it all over again to show us, seriously bro, gotta say it again, THANK YOU!
I've never seen that style fuel selector on an old ford pickup, my brothers 76 F-250 300 six 4x4 had a simple brass valve with a tap on the left side of the floor next to the seat. maybe someone installed that cause I checked Rockauto right back to 73 and they all have a selector similar to yours.
First timer - you did a very good job explaining and displaying each step . Learning on your own much better than a school - don’t put your self down .❤
Man, I can not begin to thank you enough for this wonderful video. I have been looking for this information for a while now and finally finding you has made my day, month, year. I just got a’90 from down south and it is in incredible shape, no salt and rust. I’m here in upstate NY, where rust is king. Within the first few days I had it on my driveway I’ve had two guys wanting to buy it. I have to clean up the interior, it was a farm truck, but not the main job truck. But he said that the dual tanks didn’t work, said he didn’t want to buy the selector switch. Watching your video makes me understand why he didn’t want to. I’m like you, I have always tried to fix everything myself, and being here in NY, there’s nothing but crooks and liars, to just plain lazy and stupid SOB’s So I really don’t want to go to any of them. I hear it from friends, how they get taken, and I have been too and it’s aggravated me to no end. Guys like yourself are becoming few and far between. It’s a lost art, being a shadetree mechanic, I think older cars are better than the newer ones, all the electronic bs drives me nuts. Being able to think on your feet and see what has to be done and then figuring out how, is a rare skill anymore, and you have it. Take care and keep up the great work.
That Dual Fuel Tank Selector has a filter in the bottom of it, the bottom unscrews. I just took the filter all the way out, since I do have fuel filter on the line. But had trouble finding a new O-ring for it. I ended up finding one in a O-ring kit at advanced auto. They do make an replacement for it but it's much smaller since it doesn't have a filter built in to it.
THANK YOU MY FRIEND, just had the issue today ( 9/7/23 ) fuel running out the " not selected " FULL tank on to the ground while running. a friend suggested fuel selector valve, returning to the wrong tank; or bad ground wire at the switch (95) f150. I'm glad you took the time to share your research and problem solving skills.
I probably had the same issue but took it to a shop for the repair. I wish I'd seen this earlier. Great vid. I like video with the talk throu. Some folks just show but don't comment, and that always leaves me confused.
Would you know if it goes to a Generator too? I have 1989 Van RV is it the same piece? I just bought it. But the tubes to the 2nd tank is just free floating. If I hit the switch the gas will just pour out into street.
wonder wonderful video. I'm wondering if this fuel selector is the same as the one on my 96 f150 duel tank I'm having the same problem. This has been a HELLISH problem for these OBS Fords for years. Thank you so much.
I have a 88 having this problem was about to buy fuel pumps or a whole new selector thanks for the information on this can’t wait to try this in the morning fingers crossed
Just one other thing, you had a filter in yours, I just watched another video after your and the guy had an 88 and there was no filter in there. But since we both have an 87, when you removed the lower half there was a filter in yours and what was the shape of it. Did it look clogged. I'm just wondering if that's my issue
Wow what a nice thing to do for all of us ford owners, hats off to you and your wife. I'm having an issue with my 87 f150 xlt lariat, and I'm wondering if it's the filter inside that canister, that's clogged, that's not letting gas, get to the motor. Could that be possible? I did a long trip with my truck. I put on 245 Miles on the front tank and then switched over to the rear tank and put 44 Miles on that tank. Then the truck decided to die on me. I got it to start i went about a 1/2 a block and stalled again, that happened 3 times I sprayed starting fluid into the intake and the truck started. Then died, I replaced the fuel regulator but nothing. I can hear. Each fuel pump in each tank when selected prime. But the truck just cranks, I took off fuel filter canister and blew through it, that was clear. I'm thinking either the high pressure fuel pump Or the filter in that canister ? What do you think, Do you think it could be that filter or the high pressure fuel pump. Any help would be much appreciated. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your video, this video helped me alot to troubleshoot with my problem on my truck 🛻 😃👍
Thank you, Dude; 'preciate ya.
Excellent video Thank you
Ah man I'm a asshole was going to mess with you but I'll wait until your next video lol I did not no those had a filter and were able to be taken apart I have never had to mess with one but I have a 85 e150 up in storage I'll have to go look at it I thought it was a lot smaller than that one but it's been a long time since I was under that van thank you for the info and great video!!!!!!!!
Its their better fuel, leaves a white powdery residue, on older engines it cakes up! Anywhere fuel flow and mechanical motion required, is screwed.drain fuel systems before parking ANY amt. TIME!
Thanks for the video but you missed a very key part of the design of this valve and the reason why they leak. There is a small port and o-ring at the top half's mating surface. This o-ring collapses over time and yours was probably flattened. The port also can get plugged with the old o-ring as mine did. There is no need to put any gasket maker on the mating surface as you did. That will probably make it harder to disassemble or damage the diaphragm the next time you try and disassemble it. The diaphragm itself is designed to seal this joint. The o-ring is a common size and I picked one up at my local O'Reilly's for a less than a buck. The rest of your video was great. Mine was also stuck and I also worked it loose with WD-40. Thanks again.
Thanks. Learned a lot.
Your camera guy is good.
Getting a 97 in a couple weeks from a friend and previous owner before my friend didn't know what they were doing and put 3 new pumps in the rear tank and then gave up. This will be very helpful in fixing it so I get more mileage on one fill!
Great information…. Thanks
Thank you very much, God bless you, big help
Thx for sharing, I’m dealing with the same issue and really had no idea how to deal with that canister…
My 85 2 wheel drive had two tanks. But unlike every other video I have seen, my selector valve only has two lines running in and to lines running out. Many I see have four on one side and two on the other. I am having problems getting fuel to the engine, so a lot of my research is pointing me here. I am going to replace the high pressure pump as well
Had to pause your video to take a 2 to 10 second search. $72 at parts plus. I'd buy a new one
Thanks you helped a lot
Sometimes i am Smart ass today i’ e learned something 😂 i have a 94 F150 4.9 with a gas tank issue only one is wort .. this could be my issue 🙏🏾🤜🏾🤛🏾 thanks
My 1996 F150 when I start driving it either on the front or rear tank to my destination. Stop and return back later to my truck start my truck and my engine starts studding and will not run however when I switch to the other tank it runs perfect. Help!
Rockauto sells a new one for $100. Im just getting that and see how that one does. I'm keeping the original, though.
Very good explana thanks
Awesome clip “very organized.. no bullshit ..instruction was very clear and direct good footage done like a pro… your video was always on point… well done I have the same truck I inherited from my dad .. with the same issue you saved me lots of time!
Thank you I didn't know about this container I just put new fuel pumps and no start so now I will go and fix that to see if that is why thank you
Good job. I'm sure it will save a bunch of us with duel tanks a bunch of guessing and grief. Thanks for sharing.
My brother, thank YOU!!! Excellent walk through and brother as others have mentioned, you did it all over again to show us, seriously bro, gotta say it again, THANK YOU!
I've never seen that style fuel selector on an old ford pickup, my brothers 76 F-250 300 six 4x4 had a simple brass valve with a tap on the left side of the floor next to the seat. maybe someone installed that cause I checked Rockauto right back to 73 and they all have a selector similar to yours.
VERY WELL explained for such a pain in the asz thing . thanks amigo 👊🏻⚡️
Thank you you
Thank you
Welcome!
Tha ks alot my man for all the tips help me alot
I haven't run into this issue yet but I know at some point I will so I to like to thank you for the video
Any time!
One of the best videos I've watched for anytime of how to or repair. Thank you.
Glad it helped
Kool!!! Very informative video helps me out alot thank you God bless happy holidays!!!
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First timer - you did a very good job explaining and displaying each step . Learning on your own much better than a school - don’t put your self down .❤
Man, I can not begin to thank you enough for this wonderful video. I have been looking for this information for a while now and finally finding you has made my day, month, year. I just got a’90 from down south and it is in incredible shape, no salt and rust. I’m here in upstate NY, where rust is king. Within the first few days I had it on my driveway I’ve had two guys wanting to buy it. I have to clean up the interior, it was a farm truck, but not the main job truck. But he said that the dual tanks didn’t work, said he didn’t want to buy the selector switch. Watching your video makes me understand why he didn’t want to. I’m like you, I have always tried to fix everything myself, and being here in NY, there’s nothing but crooks and liars, to just plain lazy and stupid SOB’s So I really don’t want to go to any of them. I hear it from friends, how they get taken, and I have been too and it’s aggravated me to no end. Guys like yourself are becoming few and far between. It’s a lost art, being a shadetree mechanic, I think older cars are better than the newer ones, all the electronic bs drives me nuts. Being able to think on your feet and see what has to be done and then figuring out how, is a rare skill anymore, and you have it. Take care and keep up the great work.
That Dual Fuel Tank Selector has a filter in the bottom of it, the bottom unscrews. I just took the filter all the way out, since I do have fuel filter on the line. But had trouble finding a new O-ring for it. I ended up finding one in a O-ring kit at advanced auto. They do make an replacement for it but it's much smaller since it doesn't have a filter built in to it.
Thanks for the knowledge man Exactly what I needed to know Good job
I really appreciate you, I’m a female and I want to work on my truck , thank you!
THANK YOU MY FRIEND, just had the issue today ( 9/7/23 ) fuel running out the " not selected " FULL tank on to the ground while running. a friend suggested fuel selector valve, returning to the wrong tank; or bad ground wire at the switch (95) f150. I'm glad you took the time to share your research and problem solving skills.
I dont know when this was done but I found the reservoirs just about everywhere. it is expensive, but they are there.
Thank you kind sir.
Great instructive and money saving video thank you and great job.Clear and simple
I probably had the same issue but took it to a shop for the repair. I wish I'd seen this earlier. Great vid. I like video with the talk throu. Some folks just show but don't comment, and that always leaves me confused.
Thank you bro
having same issues, i didn't even think about that, great video !
Thank you sir,you are a god among men
Would you know if it goes to a Generator too? I have 1989 Van RV is it the same piece? I just bought it. But the tubes to the 2nd tank is just free floating. If I hit the switch the gas will just pour out into street.