Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Installation
April 20, 2020
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After so much work to restore the fuel tank, the moment of installation has come.
The first step is to depressurise the fuel system. Start by removing the fuel pump fuse and start the engine.
The engine will start for a few seconds until it burns all remaining fuel.
The engine will start for a few seconds until it burns all remaining fuel.
Raise the rear of the car. The good old way of a jacking stand and a piece of wood under the wheel can do the job.
Begin by removing the tank lower hose along with the plastic fuel filler neck; it is highly advisable to renew the rubber elements.
The fuel sender has been permanently attached to the ripe routing.
When the tank has to come out there is no need to undo the bolt from the fuel sender but just from the chassis which is easier to access.
When the tank has to come out there is no need to undo the bolt from the fuel sender but just from the chassis which is easier to access.
New ID 8 mm fuel hose. Note again that the black line is for the fuel supply and grey line for the return.