Needle in petrol tank :o)

kiranpashtakar · 24th May 2009, 22:34

Guys, the needle from which i was injecting acetone into my Petrol Tank (Baleno) accidently fell inside the tank.

What's the best course of action, should I get the petrol tank cleaned or would there be any other way to get it out

SS-Traveller · 24th May 2009, 22:52

Leave it in place and forget about it. Incidentally, why were you injecting acetone into the petrol tank??

kiranpashtakar · 24th May 2009, 22:58

Acetone has ensured a smoother drive for me.

Check this out
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/techni...ne-petrol.html

jkdas · 24th May 2009, 23:05

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Originally Posted by kiranpashtakar

Guys, the needle from which i was injecting acetone into my Petrol Tank (Baleno) accidently fell inside the tank.

What's the best course of action, should I get the petrol tank cleaned or would there be any other way to get it out

bad doctor!

Dont newer cars have a net/filter somewhere ?

rohan_fonseca · 24th May 2009, 23:08

But why the needle!

kiranpashtakar · 24th May 2009, 23:12

JK got it right, its one time where I can play doctor

,
I am now convinced that the profession was not my cup of tea

Jokes apart, I am more worried about how to prevent further damage

gowda79 · 24th May 2009, 23:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS-Traveller

Leave it in place and forget about it. Incidentally, why were you injecting acetone into the petrol tank??

Quote:

Originally Posted by kiranpashtakar

Jokes apart, I am more worried about how to prevent further damage

As SS traveller said just leave it alone or get it removed next time when you give your car for servicing..

There will be no damage caused.

pjbiju · 25th May 2009, 00:02

I think it will be quite difficult to get it removed since fuel tanks are sealed except for the inlet and the outlet/drain outlet. Since they also have baffle plates inside, it will be quite difficult a task. Leave it in piece.

black12rr · 25th May 2009, 00:14

Is needle magnetic , I dont think so ,but take a chance and see if it magnetic and then you know what to do .

. Dont blame me if you drop the magnet inside while fishing for the needle .lol .

SS-Traveller · 25th May 2009, 00:43

I would say the needle is not about to cause any harm to your car at all. The plastic of the hub is quite resistant to melting in petrol or acetone, and the needle is high grade stainless steel. So buy yourself another needle (maybe a wider bore this time, like 20G or 18G), and happy injecting!

WasavaTyres · 25th May 2009, 00:49

I presume you're injecting the chemical through the fuel inlet,Still beats me as to why you needed the needle ??

Ravveendrra · 25th May 2009, 00:50

If you do not get the needle out, how do you mainline on acetone?

The needle might bust a membrane or other delicate part or lodge itself in an uncomfortable position. One does not want a busted gut or a pin stuck in the backside.

Mainlining on acetone is a delicate operation and exact metred doses are to be introduced into the fuelline at a regular rate. I hope you are using good quality needles which are properly sterilised. It always helps to have a comely nurse on hand to monitor the flow.

Cheers!

simply_sunny001 · 25th May 2009, 01:43

wow, always heard finding needle in the haystack and now its needle in petrol tank.

my advice, dont bother about it and its not gonna cause any danger though ita one of a case.

but next time, be careful

filcord · 25th May 2009, 09:45

Guys, stop needling the poor boy! Must be pricking his conscience every time he thinks about his Baleno.
But seriously, speak to a mechanic, to see if there is any filtration mechanism to ensure the needle does not get into the fuel injection system. That would cause serious damage.
If it's caught by the filter (assuming there's one) the most that will happen is the engine will die for lack of petrol, and you can then extract the offender.

kiranpashtakar · 25th May 2009, 10:05

Guys
Apart from all the poking

, I was hoping the experts on the forum will guide me on if there is a fuel filter in a baleno and innovative ideas on how to remove the needle.

I am sure MASS will suggest a replacement of the fuel tank.

or better still replace the car

24th May 2009, 22:34	#1
kiranpashtakar BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bangalore/Hyderabad Posts: 257 Thanked: 7 Times	Needle in petrol tank :o) Guys, the needle from which i was injecting acetone into my Petrol Tank (Baleno) accidently fell inside the tank. What's the best course of action, should I get the petrol tank cleaned or would there be any other way to get it out
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24th May 2009, 22:52	#2
SS-Traveller Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: New Delhi Posts: 8,164 Thanked: 27,143 Times View My Garage	Leave it in place and forget about it. Incidentally, why were you injecting acetone into the petrol tank??
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24th May 2009, 22:58	#3
kiranpashtakar BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bangalore/Hyderabad Posts: 257 Thanked: 7 Times	Acetone has ensured a smoother drive for me. Check this out http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/techni...ne-petrol.html
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24th May 2009, 23:08	#5
rohan_fonseca BHPian Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Panaji Posts: 984 Thanked: 8 Times View My Garage	But why the needle!
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24th May 2009, 23:12	#6
kiranpashtakar BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bangalore/Hyderabad Posts: 257 Thanked: 7 Times	JK got it right, its one time where I can play doctor , I am now convinced that the profession was not my cup of tea Jokes apart, I am more worried about how to prevent further damage
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25th May 2009, 00:02	#8
pjbiju Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Pune Posts: 1,357 Thanked: 1,092 Times	I think it will be quite difficult to get it removed since fuel tanks are sealed except for the inlet and the outlet/drain outlet. Since they also have baffle plates inside, it will be quite difficult a task. Leave it in piece.
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25th May 2009, 00:14	#9
black12rr Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Ridin earth now Posts: 1,278 Thanked: 339 Times	Is needle magnetic , I dont think so ,but take a chance and see if it magnetic and then you know what to do .. Dont blame me if you drop the magnet inside while fishing for the needle .lol . Last edited by black12rr : 25th May 2009 at 00:16.
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25th May 2009, 00:43	#10
SS-Traveller Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: New Delhi Posts: 8,164 Thanked: 27,143 Times View My Garage	I would say the needle is not about to cause any harm to your car at all. The plastic of the hub is quite resistant to melting in petrol or acetone, and the needle is high grade stainless steel. So buy yourself another needle (maybe a wider bore this time, like 20G or 18G), and happy injecting!
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25th May 2009, 00:49	#11
WasavaTyres BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Indore Posts: 816 Thanked: 449 Times View My Garage	I presume you're injecting the chemical through the fuel inlet,Still beats me as to why you needed the needle ??
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25th May 2009, 00:50	#12
Ravveendrra Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 1,391 Thanked: 446 Times View My Garage	Mainlining! If you do not get the needle out, how do you mainline on acetone? The needle might bust a membrane or other delicate part or lodge itself in an uncomfortable position. One does not want a busted gut or a pin stuck in the backside. Mainlining on acetone is a delicate operation and exact metred doses are to be introduced into the fuelline at a regular rate. I hope you are using good quality needles which are properly sterilised. It always helps to have a comely nurse on hand to monitor the flow. Cheers!
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25th May 2009, 01:43	#13
simply_sunny001 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: London & Rohtak Posts: 1,340 Thanked: 18 Times View My Garage	wow, always heard finding needle in the haystack and now its needle in petrol tank. my advice, dont bother about it and its not gonna cause any danger though ita one of a case. but next time, be careful
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25th May 2009, 09:45	#14
filcord BHPian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: goa Posts: 996 Thanked: 67 Times	Guys, stop needling the poor boy! Must be pricking his conscience every time he thinks about his Baleno. But seriously, speak to a mechanic, to see if there is any filtration mechanism to ensure the needle does not get into the fuel injection system. That would cause serious damage. If it's caught by the filter (assuming there's one) the most that will happen is the engine will die for lack of petrol, and you can then extract the offender.
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25th May 2009, 10:05	#15
kiranpashtakar BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bangalore/Hyderabad Posts: 257 Thanked: 7 Times	Guys Apart from all the poking, I was hoping the experts on the forum will guide me on if there is a fuel filter in a baleno and innovative ideas on how to remove the needle. I am sure MASS will suggest a replacement of the fuel tank. or better still replace the car Last edited by tsk1979 : 25th May 2009 at 10:53. Reason: extra smiley removed
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