I have car with a fuel tank that has a plastic baffle, with a rubber hose connected to it (pickup line), which connects to the pump. This rubber line tends to get limp, and collapses over time, resulting in a blown fuel pump. I had wanted to replace it with a copper line. The copper line needs to be 1/4 inch in width. Was wondering if the copper will corrode within the tank, sending crud further down the system, thus resulting in downstream issues with the fuel system.
Copper should not corrode in gasoline, stainless steel might be a better option though, it is sturdier. I would first check to see why the rubber line is going limp. Is the baffle clogged? If so you might be able to replace it cheaper. Also you mention 1/4 inch width for the copper tube, I asume that is the OD (outside diameter) of the tubing, check the ID (internal diameter)also as this will affect your flow rate. Good Luck!
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