fuel pump - 1928 Dodge

[dodge28]

Mates, I need some advice please. My 1928 Dodge Senior is not driven too often and as a result the next time  I try to start I must remove the line at the vacuum tank and fill it up manually. This is repeated . I am thinking about installing some type of device to prime the vacuum tank. I remember years ago conversing with ancient comrade who lived in that era said they used  bicycle pumps and  reversed  the packing . Some sort of corresponding valve was soldered at a strategic point on the line.  In those days there were no electric pumps. A kerosene lamp was left alight overnight in winter under the oil  pan. Tall  Story ? 

I appreciate some feedback. Thank you. 

[stakeside]

I had same problem. 

I placed a shut off valve below the vacuum tank and i close it every time i let the car set. I haven’t had a problem since then.

[nat]

     A shut ff valve between the vacuum tank and carburetor is essential. 

     Unlike a gravity fed Ford that will drain everything in the tank, the most that can drain out of a DB is one quart.  Still  plenty for a good fire or explosion.

     Replace the seat for the float needle and/or lap it in with an abrasive cleaner, (like Ajax or Comet USA brands).

 

[dodge28]

stakeside, nat   thankyou.

Cheers