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Tapping into main fuel tank / Diesel heater fuel line installation
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- čas přidán 18. 08. 2024
- Tapping into main fuel tank / diesel heater fuel line installation
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5M Fuel Hose Clip Filter Pipe Line Kit For Webasto Eberspacher Diesel Heater UK
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2KW Diesel Heater that Becky and i have in our vans
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I recommend this 2KW Air Diesel Heater from Amazon perfect for camper vans.
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5M Fuel Hose Clip Filter Pipe Line Kit For Webasto Eberspacher Diesel Heater UK
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EBERSPACHER FORD TRANSIT MERC VITO FUEL TANK PICK-UP SENDER KIT
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2KW Diesel Heater that Becky and i have in our vans
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If you have a Boxer, Relay or Ducato you can access the tank from the panel between the seats. Makes the job much easier and heater fits under driver seat should you wish.
Like i said...lol
When I've been working under my van I spend the evening with aching arms and neck and removing dirt. At least Rebecca's van looked nice and clean underneath,
Well done Mel. Appreciate the UK support.
Thank you so much for the positive feedback and support it really does make a huge difference to me it’s comments like this that drown out all the negativity. Thank you 👍🤓👍
Good job Mel. You even made it look like you knew what you were doing!
Thanks!
Coffee ☕☕ and cake 🍰🍰 for two, still awaiting your next trip to Medway, your REAL #1 fan in Medway
Hay buddy thank you 🙏
❤
👍👍👍👍👍👍😊 Excellent job Mel.
I remember replacing the fuel pump with a floor jack & stands on the floor of a customer's garage. The only difference the customer forgot & filled the tank with fuel the night before I started the job. 😄
Good work Mel, saved Rebecca a few quid there.
I would say I did mine on my Transit custom but my son's did it really while I watched 😊.
Luckily I had a small £40 motorbike scissor lift I got from ebay for the tank which meant we only had to lower the tank a foot and not remove it.
I saw the CZcams video as well about the straw clip kit and used that. My kit from ebay came with the hard white nylon fuel pipe.
I used to own a 1989 VW florida with a diesel heater - the fuel was taken from the fuel line to engine via a 't' junction. No one way valves - just a 't' junction - then to the pump - then to the heater. Easy. Note the diesel pump has to also be at an approximate 15 degree angle. 15-30 degree.
Cheers Mel. I will be doing this to Betty! @betterourcampervan 👍👍
I use that same hot water heater you have to heat a 7000 gallon pool. Works great
Wow that’s a first 👍👍
Simpler method that doesn't involve dropping the tank? Cut a t-piece into the fuel RETURN line and use that to feed the heater. Works well; almost all fuel return lines go to a level higher than the pickup point so the van will still run even if the heater drains all the fuel that it can. Have that on Renault master; has worked perfectly for the last year... Enjoyed the video Mel as usual 😀
Brilliant idea! What year is your Master? I have a 61 plate movano so I think I will be trying this!
@@225drew Yeah, our Master is a 2011. Again, be certain that you tap into the return line, not the main feed - normally the return is smaller in diameter. You can get a reducing T piece to fit into the fuel line that will reduce down to the right size for the diesel heater.
@@dughuff8825 I see another video where a guy was using this method on a trafic. good to hear that it should work on these too, thanks for your help! At what fuel level does it stop drawing from the return? Cheers!
@@225drew good question; to be honest I don't recall exactly.. it's not much higher than the main feed point, but will at least mean that the van will run ok and not drag any air into the main fuel line. I have 15mm in memory, but that could be completely wrong! Apologies I can't be more certain.
i’ve read else where that that other white spout further down the tank is also a port that works the same as the sender unit one and best of all you only need to undo the near side bolts to get at it, no need to disconnect anything else fuel lines etc, i have a 2k heater ready to try this, just waiting on some jubilee clips, ill let you know how it goes.
Great job Mel. 👏
Enjoyed your entertainment. Again. Did mine years ago. Nice to not have to keep an eye on fuel level for heater knowing what you have done. . Keep it up Mel. 😎
Glad you enjoyed it
Well done!
It must be nice working on something new and not all rusted up
Oh yeah I’m really enjoying this 👍🤓👍
After fitting my own night heater by drilling a small hole in my sender unit and just jamming a metal pipe in , making a base and using silicone to glue it in , I must say I really like your and Fords idea here , real job done . Also I really like that green pipe for joining white plastic pipe to pump and pick up etc , once you push that green pipe on a fitting you need a Stanley knife (other brands are available) to get it off . I have never seen pipe so sticky in all my life .
Excellent tutorial,..
Thank you 😊
Top bloke Mel...I like your style...no nonsense or padding, and straight to business. Thank you :)
Great vlog Mel 👍 👌 👏
Glad you enjoyed it 🙏
Brilliant video!
Well done you two take care 👌👍😎
Thank you 😊
great job Mel. very similar to how mine got fitted on Viv-I-van. Bessy regs-Kenny
Thank you 🙏
Thanks a million. Just completed my fuel line hookup thanks to your amazing video. Keep them coming.
Glad it helped👍🤓👍
Great bit of knowledge and advice for anyone wanting to do this thanks Mel
and Becky.
Glad you enjoyed it
Well done great video, did well to film it.
Mel while you there,give the chassis a good waxy oil.👍👍
Good call! 👍😂👍
Already been done 👍🏻🚐
Good job. I didn't want to tap into supply line on the build here as have enough problem getting enough fuel to engine without going up to 10mm internals. Tapped into fuel filter head but when engine running back pressure overfilled the heater even with a reducer. Went back to a tank install under the driver seat. It's a land rover thing!
Maaaate .. that was totally awsomewells.. next time chocks on the wheels ..a rarrrt propper jorrb ..😁😍😎pip pips
Next time!
Nicely done sir 👍
Oh and Mrs sir of course 😁
Thank you kindly
I agree with the previous comment and I have the same problem with Mel calling a rooter a router.
Well, can’t help you there. Everyone has a way of talking…I think we can all learn to be more compassionate of another’s upbringing and education. Mel sadly didn’t have much of either when he was young, so I don’t think it hurts to let his mispronounced words go 😊
Great video Mel. Very informative. I am waiting for a ford nugget to arrive. I have been waiting since march. Keep up the great work👍👍🏴
Good luck!
The nuggets are super cute ❤😊
@@SACREDTRAVELLER you’re my little nugget 👍🤗👍
I like the return line tee piece idea. Id still prefer some technical clarity though. New ground to me. Ill have to ask a diesel injection specialist i guess ?
Why can’t you just cut into the return diesel pipe with a T split saving you all that bother
Just a thought ? Not that I know much about new vans. Lol 😂 great job Mel 👍🏻
Know your nuts from your bolts and set screws. Great vid again
🤨 really?
Good job Mel. Being 57 I think my neck would of hurt for a week after...
Haha thanks and yeah I’m still suffering 😂👍
Great job 👍
Thank you 😊 🙏
proper job Mel! Been looking at doing this to our LWB sprinter. Always a good watch :) well done
Thank you 🙏
Ohhh, I get so nervous every time someone jacks up a vehicle sideways that high. The stands are built to hold weight from above, now the weight comes pushing sideways too.. It could be the video tricking the eye but look at the front stand at 04.14...looks scary to me. Take care Mel :)
Thank you 🙏
Brilliant Mel! Glad I subscribed!😊👏👏👏👏👏👏
Thank you i really appreciate your encouragement and support 👍🤓👍
Well done Mel and Beccs. Would love to have my diesel heater fed from the tank on my T4 but sadly not possible. I did the next best thing and installed a square tank a bit smaller than yours with a stand pipe and motor cycle type fuel cut-off switch/valve. All the time you were struggling I wondered why you didn't use that plank in the background and a few bricks or blocks of wood to lower and lift the tank. Never mind, brilliant job as usual.
It was OSB and fixed to a pallet I know it looked hard work but it really wasn’t that bad such a shame that you can’t do the same to the T4 sounds like you got a great setup though 👍🤓👍
Why is it not possible to feed your heater from the main fuel tank ? Ive fitted a few heaters in T4s now and they are all fed from the main tank.
@@lancepreedy7834 My 1992 Caravelle has a 2.0 AAC petrol engine.
@@debbie62140 Thats why then. 😁
Being a night heater fitter you have mad hard work for yourself you can do the fuel pickup with out removing the tank the white nipple on edge of tank is another fuel pick up if you had just released the bolts on strap and lowered slightly you could of done it with ease with out taking tank out then just lifted back up and bolted back in 15/20 min job
Arrrr I was thinking that looks like it was made for that purpose thank you 🙏
That's a great tip Auto electrics, maybe you could do a video on how to do this or upload some pictures. As I too will be fitting a diesel heater upon delivery of my van.
Can I offer a small critic Re the heater exhaust, it shouldn't exit under the van or by a door (incase you don't close it fully) I only mention it as it could be a safety issue
We are waiting for an extension pipe in the post to be fitted. Update on that coming asap 😊
It’s not finished yet
@@BigVanSmallWorld I thought it was worth a mention as I've seen a few that exit under van but should have known you know what your doing
You're amazing 😊
Thank you ☺️
" ooer!" Ha ha ha ..
What a fab channel, love your presentation style clear and good humoured ...new sub added all the best Paul
Thank you Paul 👍
Hi Mel
It looks like from the video but i could be wrong you have the heater exhaust exiting under the sld this can cause exhaust fumes to enter the van if the sld is used whilst the heater is running,its best to exit the drivers side if possible. Great video keep up the good work!
Thanks for the tip!
We haven’t finished it yet - watch the new video soon where we are fitting a longer pipe - been waiting for it in the post 👍🏻
Very entertaining and informative, what a shame Ford didn’t incorporate an access panel to make it easier for such jobs.
By the way, as Beckys undercarriage is so clean, now would be a good time to spray some anti rust protection on it, I can recommend Lanoguard, it does a good job and is easy to apply.
Thanks 🙏
It’s already been done before I picked up the van - we checked it all 👍🏻
Something i tried was to put the pump pipe into the filler hole. I think i tried it, it worked ok, then wondered why i bothered drilling hole in the bottom of the tank risking a leak. I wondered if the pump could just dropped in the tank, might be quieter.
That’s a fantastic idea 🤓👍
Mel you’ll still leak your fuel out even with a stand pipe , it will siphon out as you know being an ex mechanic.
I fitted a fuel stop tap so I can isolate the fuel flow if a leak occurs
Anthor tip don't smoke whilst doing this job , my m8 dave set himself on fire 🔥 doing this
Mel green tube co.we in box but some throw away? What's the issue? By the way physics different in uk? That tank full of diesel wouldn't fill my van with diesel.........sorry couldn't resist. All the best
Sorry Mel am I missing something? you keep mentioning videos Beckys supposed to of put out but I haven't seen anything on beckys channel does she have a 2nd channel for her van build?
Videos are coming out as and when I can - please be patient, as life has been and continuing to be very challenging on my time, energy and emotions ❤
@@SACREDTRAVELLER totally understand Becky, Mel just keeps referring to your videos like you've already posted them, that's all.
A curiosity question. When you fit a diesel heater with the pump under the van how do you connect the wiring? Do you have to cut another hole next to the turret to pass the heaters plug through. Nobody ever shows that part. 😁😁 Great videos as always. Keep up the good work. 👍
the fuel tank you recommend is no good, the vented cap gets disel leaking from it, i assume from evaporation, had 2 caps same problem, also the rubber on the vent swelled and disintegrated. managed to fit stand pipe to supplied chineese tank by taping a spanner to a rod at an angle and sliding inside tank, my opening was to the side not central, was a bit fiddly but if i can do it anyone can
Thanks for your input really appreciated 👍
Hi great video as always , will this fuel pick up pipe work for a LDV MAXUS ? Keep up the good work thanks
If you click the link there are other options
Hi. The problem I see with your upgraded tank is that there's nothing to stop diesel splashing about. Needs some kind of baffle in it.
Crack'in Mel, good advice, enjoyed the vid.
Thanks for another great video. Do you know if this is the same for the MK7? Also, can you update the link to the stand pipe? The one in the description isn’t working.
Aww bless you both 😊 working a great team together ❤ Amazing vlog buddy.
Your a super star bud❤
Hugs. Can I ask a small question I noticed on your tank you have black tape on the lid? I have the same tank as I bought it after you made your video that time ❤ have amazing weekend 😊
Hay buddy thank you and yes I lost the little cap so I put gaffer tape over it 😂👍
@@BigVanSmallWorld oh I thought maybe you could smell red diesel while you slept :)
Hi Mel, another great video, just a quick question = have you used heating oil for your diesel heater and have you found any issues with it. Many thanks Chris
great video as always , very informative, but no i wont be trying this lol , ps does all these alterations affect your van warranty ?
Not at all
Hi team,
Thanks for sharing the knowledge!
It was great to discover the pick up sender kit.
Which one is the video where you have troubles installing the original standpipe?
I have one of them and heard that are not too bad to install but the sender kit seems a no brainer.
Thanks again and happy travels!
You’re welcome thank you for the positive feedback really appreciated 👍🤓👍
Great job mel...i did the same on my citroen replay van.. much easier as went from top of tank under the passengers seat..just a quick question will that effect the warranty on the van...now your sucking diesel well used term here in Ireland any chance you been watching mr hastings in the line of duty..😀
No they say it’s not affecting the warranty 👍
Hi what was the part number for the ome ford axillary clamp and straw please thank you
Would it not be better to use proper 6mm fuel hose instead of the white stuff? I've just purchased a heater and it came with the green hose, been looking at replacing it with Halfords 6mm fuel hose. Thanks
Great point!
Brilliant video Mel, really informative. The only problem I might have is trying to find a responsible adult. Maybe you should have put one in “the links below”. 🤣
lol
Hey Mel great vlog and good to see how my diesel heater works. What is Rachel’s channel ?
Rebekah’s channel is me ❤
Hi Mel Great informative video as usual , but please refrain from telling to go to watch older videos on Beckie's channel when she has not even put them on there , she should take a leaf out of your book and put them videos on there to be viewed once made , sorry for the gripe but I do find this annoying like you mentioned to watch a video of you being stuck with the fuel tank , and the install of the diesel heater both of which are not on (or I cant find them) her channel to watch unless I have missed them somewhere, but come to think about it after checking out her channel for videos of the van build then there are hardly any of them on there, I apologise for the gripe if I have missed them somewhere
He’s done it ready for me to help grow my channel, as once we’ve filmed that’s it, it can’t be redone. The reason we are currently uploading in this way is due to me not being able to upload and edit as quickly as Mel. I have a full time job, I am a carer for my disabled mum, doing this van build and doing my CZcams channel. I just simply don’t have the same amount of ability to film, edit and upload as quickly.
Please be patient with content creators, it’s not an easy job.
We make videos because we enjoy it, but I’m not being pushed into making content on a timeline to suit others - simple.
That’s a little rude
@@BigVanSmallWorld sorry didn't mean to be rude , but every time time you say go to Beckie's channel to watch the transit build and when I go there there is nothing to watch lol, but she has explained now
Coffee for 2
Awww Debbie that’s so incredibly kind of you thank you 🙏 xx
😊❤
Top job Mel 👌 Deffo think you should get Becky some overalls - watching her crawl around under the van in a crisp white hoodie had me on pins 🤣
I noticed under the fuel filler, another filler for something...what is it for ?
Ad blue, an additive that cuts down emissions, awful substance to use if it spills.
Add blue
Add blue 💙
27.09 I did that without swallowing any. That what she said. Seem a lot of work and she didn't say that LOL
Lol 😂
Hi mel.
Where's that fuel pickup component from ? Thanks
Them nuts you speak of are bolts , sorry but my ocd just spiked 😉
So the tank for the heater doesnt have to be above the pump?
Correct
Hia Mel, really enjoy and appreciate all your video 😃👍. Do you have a log burner and diesel heater? I'm really interested in buying a log burner for my van also a Mercedes sprinter 316.
Yes I do I have put a link in the description for my wood burner 👍👍
Thank you so much mate 👍. I'll be buying a wood burner. Be great after a good cycle ride and get my clothes dry 🚵♀️. Really appreciate your reply 👍. Have a very merry Christmas 🎉🎉🎊🎊⛄🎄🎅🤶to you all
# waffle on a Wednesday
Mel quick question I’m going to fit a diesel heater 2kw under passenger seat on my sprinter can I put the diesel tank next to the heater without issues of fire as there’s not much room in there
Thanks Alun
I wouldn’t advise you do that
On eBay Mel witch fuel line did you order can you send a link
list of parts used in this video
5M Fuel Hose Clip Filter Pipe Line Kit For Webasto Eberspacher Diesel Heater UK
ebay.us/voBilA
EBERSPACHER FORD TRANSIT MERC VITO FUEL TANK PICK-UP SENDER KIT
ebay.us/OxslOq
2KW Diesel Heater that Becky and i have in our vans
Great video
What's the square tank you have in your van? Would work great in mine
Hi Mel, the link for the fuel t piece is US eBay, is there a UK one you guys know of? Any help appreciated as on eBay I can only find Vivaro medels
Hi buddy just about to build my van what's ur thorns on using 25m ply
Good luck with your build 👍
Evening Mel. I don’t know what you’re paying for red? Almost £6 difference for ten litre where I live
Hi, do all vans have a similar extra spot to pick-up fuel like you did on the ford transit? I live in US like your videos.
Shame i can't find the kit on ebay anymore, has it stopped being sold or just old link?
Thank you for letting me know I’ll check the link
Hi Mel, what did you do about breathing valve in your set up
I clipped it back up where it came from
Mel - I can't find in your description who makes the standpipe kit or where to get it...?
It appears you did not leave a link to Beccas channel?
Did you already have a webasto? If one has a webasto heater set up, are they usually already taking that slot in the tank you cut off and use for this, or is there some more official route for it and this is exclusively for diy stuff?
Informative, but I wont be taking the tank out and will support it so I can drop it 12 inches.
Good luck
Hi Mel how do purchase one of them pick up kits?
Hi Mel, so I have a Vauxhall vivaro swb sportive 2019 so would I need an extra bit of kit to go directly into the tank? I’ve bought the exact same 2kw heater you have listed. Thanks
Hi buddy I really don’t know I’ve never had a Vauxhall apart sorry
Thank you for making this video!!
Thanks for the positive feedback
Hi . Can you get the tank fitting for a fiat ducato?
I’m sorry I’m not sure
Hello Mel , I tap on my diesel truck tank but on the road the fuel pulls back into the tank - I have to do a felation so the fuel is back up every time to start my heater, there is no leeks, I don’t understand why it does that !
Try the pump 👍
Where did you get the cube shape tank in your van from Mel?
Links in the description of videos
I'd you were worried about sucking up air from fuel tank in heater you should have let fuel line go to bottom of tank 🤔
Where the link mell to the fuel line on ebsy. Ples can you send me ????
Gr8 video mel wot is Rebecca's channel called
thank you www.youtube.com/@SACREDTRAVELLER
@@BigVanSmallWorld thanx just sudded
Quick question Do you get help from the government with u heatin u van
I think you only get help with metered utilities, I remember a news story saying some people in canal boats or remote houses who buy oil or gas by the barrel or tank for heating and cooking etc were not going to benefit from government help as it doesn't come from the grid ('grid' applying to all services electric/gas/water), unless it has changed I think it would be the same for vans and any other off grid setup where they cant easily know how much it costs you
Nope 😂
Hi Mel, how many kw is the heater in your van, Steve
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the boxer kind sites between the 2, I dont want to run a heater low because of coking up