James Romano
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Grab a set of both. Did you check the intake (or exhaust I forgot which one you pulled). Might need a rod and rocker for it as well
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That's the plan, do far- pulling them apart, and sending the scope down there soon. Thx.
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Kinda cold in the garage today...warmed up my day with installing the seat covers correct. Fits like it's supposed to be there after loosening some screws and back panel. Gonna order another for the back seat for sure. Not bad for $30 shipped-
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Passenger side-
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Sending unit retainer ring fit very nice.
Straps, however, are not exact. Same total length, and same mounting bolt and bend at the sending unit end- but strait, missing bends at the gas filler side.
I will be removing the old tank and replacing with the new one tomorrow. I will match up the bends in the straps, and get a side by side comparison of the new and old gas tanks.
Straps, however, are not exact. Same total length, and same mounting bolt and bend at the sending unit end- but strait, missing bends at the gas filler side.
I will be removing the old tank and replacing with the new one tomorrow. I will match up the bends in the straps, and get a side by side comparison of the new and old gas tanks.
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After the single bend on the straps-
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Very similar...measurements look good so far.
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From the other side-
James Romano
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you'll know for sure once it goes in, but the right side with that angle on the original might be an issue depending what it was cut for.
If it's not... you probably picked up an additional 1/4 gallon of capacity... LOL
If it's not... you probably picked up an additional 1/4 gallon of capacity... LOL
Sir Patrick
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The new tank is smaller- 18 gallon.
So far measurements look good, but like you said- instillation will be the truth...
Gonna get it installed after I feed the kids lunch and start dinner. Fingers crossed.
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I wouldnt call this an "exact" fit, but it's a good fit. Hardest part was getting the bends right at the rear on the straps. Everything lined up "close enough" to perfect.
Did that ring press well on that sender? The aftermarket ones are thinner. They don't press enough on the seal
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Centered with the frame perfect for adding dual exhaust.
Also, to help get the bends better-
Also, to help get the bends better-
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Just realized I used the one that came with the sending unit, and not to tank...
The one that came with the sending unit was super tight. Thinker than my stock one after it was cleaned for sure. The gasket was nice too.
The one with the tank looks like the metal itself is plenty think, but the raised portion is not as high as the original-
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Keep ahold of the original lock ring. I know it seems tight, but there is something about them that they leak.
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Will do.
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Oh man...
Why would this be smoking and hot...
Why would this be smoking and hot...
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And carbs ust puking fuel...
Starting to think this cars more than I originally figured...
I'm still in though....already this far...
Starting to think this cars more than I originally figured...
I'm still in though....already this far...
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Took apart both sides and cleaned them up, replaced bent rod and rocker-
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