Gas tank removal, any pics/how-to's? Options

[mercdev]

(yes I used search)

Is it going to be as easy as undoing the fastener on the top and pulling up? Anything I should look out for?

I need to remove the tank so I can get it cleaned out at the local boil-n-go radiator shop. Also, 'While I'm In There™' anything else I should be doing?

[McMark]

Take off the expansion tank that's around the filler so that you can remove the wires to the sending unit. Undo the strap and pull out the tank. There's a chance that the hoses undertneath will be too short and you won't be able to lift the tank very high. If that's the case, pinch the hoses off with vice grips or fuel line pliers and cut them. You should replace them anyway.

While you're in there? About the only thing is installing a sway bar.

Take the time to clean underneath the tank. Dirt in the bottom can hold water like a sponge.