'02 gas filling

[Wayne Gibb]

Perhsps, like many other '02 owners, I'm tired of the difficulty to fill my '72 tii's gas tank.  It seems the filler tube into the tank is not a good fit for 21st century gas pump nozzles.  Does anyone know of a professional after-market fix or other workaround?  I can't be the only owner who's frustrated by this mismatch.  All suggestions appreciated.

[Mike G]

http://www.kooglewerks.com/products/2002-trunk-mount-fuel-filler-system
 

midnight motorsports does a similar version as well. You could make your own with parts from the marine store pretty easily and inexpensively. 

[adawil2002]

HBChris used to have curved adapters made that mated to the CA pumps.

[FunElan]

Here's a pipe from home depot I use. Not perfect, but gets the job done. 

Edited June 4, 2020 by FunElan
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['76mintgrün'02]

There have been a few members on the site selling adapters that make it easier to fill up, using the stock location; if you don't want to add plumbing to the trunk and have to open it to fuel up.  Here is one example

 

Here are some search results from the archives

https://www.bmw2002faq.com/search/?q=gas filler adapter&quick=1

 

If you need to fill up before buying an adapter, try rotating the nozzle so the hose is on top, with the handle upside down.

 

It is a little awkward having to hold it that way while putting gas in, but it tends to shut off a lot less.

 

Tom

[Pat McLaughlin]

Have you tried filling the tank at half speed.  That's what i do and haven't had any problems for 35+ years.   Yes the old nozzles worked great.  

Edited June 4, 2020 by Pat McLaughlin

[Schon '02]

My solution for splash free, full flow filling... designed for my bad back so no need to crouch or squat with the higher location to insert the gas pump nozzle. The black pipe is essentially the stand which allows you to press down on the gas pump nozzle when filling; a corrugated hose is in the curved section of the pipe. PM me if you’re interested; I made a few extra. 

[Pat McLaughlin]

You are not going to put gas through there and then put it in your car. Really? 

[Schon '02]

All the fuel gravity drains into the car via the white corrugated hose, which is about 16” long and an inch in diameter. Both ends can be capped once any excess fuel is wiped off so there are no fumes or spillage once stored in the trunk. If you’re thinking the fuel fills the black pipe, you don’t understand the concept. 

Edited June 5, 2020 by Schon '02

[Mike Self]

2 hours ago, Schon '02 said:

My solution for splash free, full flow filling... designed for my bad back so no need to crouch or squat with the higher location to insert the gas pump nozzle. The black pipe is essentially the stand which allows you to press down on the gas pump nozzle when filling; a corrugated hose is in the curved section of the pipe. PM me if you’re interested; I made a few extra. 

Your rig looks like it escaped from the basement of your house, underneath the toilet!  But it's a great idea.  Betcha you get some strange looks when you pull into a gas station and pull that out of your trunk!  Thank goodness Ohio hasn't adopted those goofy hose nozzles!

 

mike

[Schon '02]

The strange looks at the station are nothing compared to the eye rolls from the wife! LOL! But it works great and that s all that matters.

[danco_]

4 hours ago, Schon '02 said:

My solution for splash free, full flow filling... designed for my bad back so no need to crouch or squat with the higher location to insert the gas pump nozzle. The black pipe is essentially the stand which allows you to press down on the gas pump nozzle when filling; a corrugated hose is in the curved section of the pipe. PM me if you’re interested; I made a few extra. 

you carry that monster around with you? 
that thing doubles as a riot weapon!

[Schon '02]

Great idea! Next version will be made of black iron pipe for riot control!
 

Seriously, it fits nicely behind the rear strut tower brace. If needed, the stand pipe portion has a screwed coupling so I can adjust the height, and if needed unscrew the bottom half for compact storage. 

[Teelinger]

[airborne85]

Or just move to Arizona. Their nozzles fit perfectly right off the pump. Just set it and forget it. Not a drop spilled