gas tank question

[bandet01]

ok guys i asked this alittle while back and i kind of found a answer but then my dad said there is a filter and i need to find out if that is true or if what i want to try will work

my problem is the i have a 79 xs1100 and were the tank is resesed in it gets filled with water or overfilled fuel and it does not drain and when i got for a ride the over flow stuff flys up all over me and i need to find out if that drain in there where it drain to the bottom of the bike has a filter on that line or not and when i take it apart to paint can the line be blown out wioth air or how does it need to be done

[DiverRay]

The hole should be clear, with NO FILTER. I would just start with trying to run a wire through the tube. A 12Gauge copper wire will work, without going through the tube, unless it's badly rusted. The air compressor will also work, and if it's handy would make a good first try, IMHO.
Ray

[bandet01]

thanks ray thats what i needed to know

[prometheus578]

"Hey, you Hoser!"

Make sure that the hose that hooks to the fitting on the tank is clear (underneath the bike) and not plugged with crap.

[portero72]

Had that problem a few times myself...a low 'E' string off a guitar worked out great for me. Pull the plastic drain hose of the back of the tank (near the seat) and insert from there. It's easier that way-there's a kink near the top of the tank that's hard to pass. The texture of the guitar string will also help loosen any built up crud. My $.02

[bandet01]

thanks for the advise i will have t see if i can find some gautor strings