Item of unknown origin
 

All,

My first post on a soon to be started resto of a '73 911T.

There is a metal container rolling around in the front boot of the car that is connected to a rubber hose on one end and looks like was originally connected to another rubber hose on the other end. It is oily and a mess now. it is a couple inches thick, rounded to a oval shape and maybe 8 inches long.

Any ideas what this is? I could include photos if needed.

A pic would help immensely.

could be an expansion tank for the fuel system..picture would help.

I'm guessing it's the charcoal canister for the fuel vapor recovery system. #3?
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1294775735.jpg
I think the expansion tank is in the fender well, #2.

Yes, it is #3.

I assume it is important to the fuel system. Is its position vital or can it be moved to a spot, potentially higher in the fender? Also, can I use braided hose rather than rubber to plumb it?

Go with braided.

I think Wayne has it here. Size will be the speed bump. I have never been able to figure out exactly what the parts diagrams meant when stating size.

Here is a place that sells them.

German Supply - Parts for Volkswagen® Cars - Breather / Vacuum Hose 4.0mm Red OE German - per Foot

Here is a link to hose general info.

Fuel Hoses

If its rolling around, like mine was years ago, you will also need the rubber band/strap that keeps it in place.

Thanks for the links and info. Mine is definitely rolling around, albeit in a sticky pool of oil at the moment.