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It doesn't really matter as the OP isn't responding.
This type of failure is a serious safety hazard. There is not good outcome without either a proper repair restoring it to proper function or terminating both ends.
Example: IF this is the over fill drain and the BOTTOM IS CAPPED; in the sun its going to push fluid & VAPOR out the top as its now acting as vent. THIS WOULD BE VERY DANGEROUS IMO!!!!
If its the TANKS VENT and it its capped at the bottom it would prevent venting in the heat and could impair operation on sustained runs as it needs to allow air in as the fuel level drops.
I'd pull the tank and pump and inspect it. Find the leak and depending on the OD of the pipe used, splice in a replacement section using two unions. HOWEVER, before making that second cut it may be possible to bend one section away, slide a longer union in place and bend it back. Tighten the union and call it done until it rusts through elsewhere. If the tank is rust free, a certified welder could well in a new section. Something to consider if a new tank can not be found at an affordable rate.
So I finally had some time to tinker and I found that the overflow line was pinched under the tank. The pinch has caused install rust inside the overflow metal line inside the tank and it has corroded a small hole in the metal. Looks like it's time to save for a new tank. For now my solution was to clean off the tiny hole in the metal line and patch it with a cold compound welding paste that is none corrosive when submerged in gas and made for patching gas tanks. This is only gonna be my temporary solution until I can find someone to cut and fully reweld the line or buy a new tank. Thanks for all your help guys!
I think the trickiest part will be the float level but Randy and Scott would have you pointed in the right direction. [MENTION=6338]TownsendsFJR1300[/MENTION]
Why place hose clamps inside a gas tank?
LOOK!! https://www.google.com/search?q=bra...4LgBg&ved=0CAYQ_AUoAQ&biw=360&bih=519#facrc=_
Is there enough room to get 2 wrenches on that ferrule union?
I worked on a Ducati 620e Monster where the fuel filter inside the tank came loose from previous improper work done. It used rubber fuel line with spring clamps internally. Bruised the hell out of my forearm that day! Still running great after 4 years.
Why place hose clamps inside a gas tank?
LOOK!! https://www.google.com/search?q=bra...4LgBg&ved=0CAYQ_AUoAQ&biw=360&bih=519#facrc=_