well heres the 2.8i fuel tank, came across a problem.

this pipe that runs across the top of the tank, its not the fuel out to the pump, its not the fuel return, and its not the overflow. It just comes out one side of the tank, over the top and to the other side. And its a little worse for wear and i snapped it


Is it needed? ie can i block it both ends and away with it? or does it need to be repaired, if so how will i go about it?

paintd it a little anyay, dont care how bad it is i just slapped the hammerite on to cover it from rust, cause its never gonna be seen again.