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Fuel leaking from air vent

Discussion in 'Trucking Industry Regulations' started by OrangeCat, Jul 14, 2023.

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  1. Jul 14, 2023 #11
    OrangeCat

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    Like I said, drivers are not allowed to work on the trucks at my job. If it's to be repaired, I'll need to convince the higher-ups that it's worth putting in a work order to fix it. This most likely means proving that it's against DOT regulations and will likely result in a legal penalty.
     
    OrangeCat, Jul 14, 2023
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  3. Jul 14, 2023 #12
    skallagrime

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    Read my first response

    Adress the causal issue, stop overfilling/educate your fellow drivers

    Will replacing an engineered to be the weak point work if the tank ends up at 101.5% capacity, no.

    Adress the causal issue, stop overfilling/educate your fellow drivers
     
    skallagrime, Jul 14, 2023
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  4. Jul 15, 2023 #13
    OrangeCat

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    Duly noted. I've passed this information along to management, hopefully it won't be an issue moving forward. Thanks for your feedback!
     
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  5. Jul 15, 2023 #14
    Magoo1968

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    If your fuel is coming out of a underground tank it’s like 40 to 50 degrees so it expands if overfilled is all..
     
    Magoo1968, Jul 15, 2023
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  7. Jul 15, 2023 #15
    kemosabi49

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    If a third party is fueling your trucks, they are likely trying to get as much fuel in the tank as they can. Have them leave the level a little low on the truck with the issue and see if this problem continues.
    As far as the DOT, they can get testy when they see fuel leaking.
     
    kemosabi49, Jul 15, 2023
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