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Old Oct 15th, 2002, 12:09 AM   #1
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how big is the fuel tank really?

Today I put 51 litres in the tank. Outside temp was 18 degrees C, pump calibrated to 15 degrees C, Guage showing just above the empty line. Didn't "top off" the tank, just stopped at the auto shutoff. Am I getting ripped off?, or is the tank actually larger?

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Old Oct 15th, 2002, 12:19 AM   #2 (permalink)
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uua, to add to your distress, I have noticed that another 3-5 liters can be pumped into the tank after the initial auto shutoff!

Sometimes I really wonder if the pumps are properly calibrated.

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