tubing from pipe to tank

[hobebru]

I'm fairly new to the Nitro Stadium Truck scene, in fact new to Nitro stuff. Could someone explain to me WHY:
1. Some set-ups run a couple of loops of fuel line from the pipe to the fuel tank vs. just a small length from the pipe to the tank????? (why)
2. Does the updated, i.e. latest Team Associated RC10GT Fuel tank, make that much of a difference re. starting our engines? Does the new tank eliminate the extra loops of fuel tubing to the tank or should that system be retained when using the new RC10-GT tanks?????
Any input from you guys would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
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PS :I bought a used 1999 RC10-Team GT with all original components and a OS MAX CV-R engine. :shrug:

 

[savage25rocks]

The line from the pipe to the tank is the back pressure line this give back pressure to push fuel to the longer line which is from the tank to the carb . I'm pretty sure the reason why it's some much longer is that if the car is flipped it gives you time to flip it back over.

 

[olds97_lss]

The theory behind the longer exhaust to fuel tank line is to help smooth out the "pulses" that pressurise the tank to push the fuel to the carb more evenly.

The longer line from the tank to the carb is for what savage25rocks said, extend run time when your on your roof.

 

[hobebru]

Thanks guys ...anyone know the answers to my Updated RC10-GT tank questions?

 

[savage25rocks]

dont know if this will help you but here something is on the fuel line scroll down to # 23
http://www.teamassociated.com/racerhub/techhelp/tech_10gt.htm#9

 

[hobebru]

Thanks Savage, that whole page is full of great tips and suggestions for problem solving and general information about the RC10-GT. What a cool, nicely designed little truck! Thanks again
Bruce