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Gregor

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Registered: 28th Nov 03
Location: Paisley, Renfrewshire
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29th Jun 06 at 21:42

So the saga goes on , more problems.

Can smell it strongly and can see a slight damp patch on the tank , but no leak etc.

I know it sounds like the problem is obvious , but could it be anything other than a rotten tank ?

How easy is it to replace the tank ?

Joe

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Registered: 20th Jun 04
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29th Jun 06 at 21:50

Will probably be rotten on the top mate where you can't see. Its not such a bad job really but will be a bit awkward at times crawling round on your back covered in petrol.

Gregor

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29th Jun 06 at 21:53

How long should it take ?

Why is it they go rotten mate ?

Joe

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29th Jun 06 at 21:57

I duno depends how competant you are, I think theres just 2 big straps that hold it on. Then its just a case of taking all the hoses and wires off. Probably a couple of hours, I think Ed off here changed his own so maybe ask him how long it took him and how he did it.

I've only ever done one and it was a while ago now, Just because they are metal so they will rot sooner or later. If im correct too your chassis needed a bit of welding so the underside of your car may be quite rusty in places.

Gregor

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29th Jun 06 at 22:00

I can manage it I would think , just wondering how long it should take

dna23

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29th Jun 06 at 22:07

quote:
Originally posted by ed
It's a dirty nasty horrible minging job...

What you do is:

1. Remove the hoses from the rear of the tank. Then disconnect the fuel lines from the o/s of the car just in front of the rear wheel.
2. Drain the fuel tank... You can work that one out yourself because I punched a hole in it... It didn't feel safe doing it at all though.
3. Remove the exhaust system from the center box onwards.
4. Put a jack under the fuel tank to support it and undo the bolts on the hangers then un-hinge them - the fuel tank will then be free to drop to the floor.
5. Undo the wiring loom from the fuel pump.
6. Remove the tank from the car.
7. Using a hammer and screwdriver bash the retaining rino off of the top of the fuel tank so you can get the fuel pump out- it will be obvious when you see it
8. Pull out the fuel pump mechanism and un-do all of the hose clips and hoses from the existing fuel tank. You will have to release the handbrake at this point to get the tank past the cable.
9. Transfer the pump and hoses fitting everything in exactly the same way it on the old tank! Make sure all the hoses are secured and don't forget to transfer the handbrake cable hanger.
10. Re-fit the tank in the same way you removed it...
11. Fill with fuel, turn engine on and look for leaks!
12. Pick all the bits of rust and dirt out of your eyes and have a shower!

New tank for mine cost me £100 delivered in the end from SEL Imperial - www.sel-imperial.co.uk.