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> Fuel Tank Frustration!, Tank is Sitting too High
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post Feb 14 2019, 11:57 PM
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Does anyone have info or photos on the correct placement of the fuel tank pads for the tank to be positioned correctly.

My shop is having trouble seating the tank low enough for a correct installation. How much lower do the bumper pads need to be to make this work and what is the best way to install them? Here are some pics of how it sits presently. Advice is appreciated!


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post Feb 15 2019, 12:46 AM
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All I can suggest is that it is a balance/wiggle act to get it in there right.

Are you sure they have the rubbers in correctly?

Nothing worse than an ill fitting rubber.
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post Feb 15 2019, 01:17 AM
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Looks to me like your rubbers are not in place properly, preventing your unit from going all the way home - so to speak.


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post Feb 15 2019, 06:05 AM
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use Tape at the top of the rubber to hold it in place,then remove tape once the tanks in place. The rubber sits about 1 inch from the top !
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post Feb 15 2019, 07:06 AM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Hold the pads in place with tape. I marked the tank to show the pads upper edge. Also, when I have a helper lowering the tank, it's easier to make those micro adjustments.
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post Feb 15 2019, 08:16 AM
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Rubbers need to be higher up this will lower the tank. I tape them on and then remove the tape after installing the tank.
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post Feb 15 2019, 08:32 AM
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QUOTE(BIGKAT_83 @ Feb 15 2019, 09:16 AM) *

Rubbers need to be higher up this will lower the tank. I tape them on and then remove the tape after installing the tank.

Same here. Some painters tape will do the job.
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post Feb 15 2019, 10:49 AM
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..... am I the only one thinking of all the wise-guy jokes available on this thread (IMG:style_emoticons/default/chair.gif)
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post Feb 15 2019, 01:36 PM
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..... am I the only one thinking of all the wise-guy jokes available on this thread (IMG:style_emoticons/default/chair.gif)


I don't think so, Larmo already went there with "Nothing worse than an ill fitting rubber."

The jokes can go on for days................but I've got serious fuel tank frustrations so I'm not in the mood.

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post Feb 15 2019, 01:38 PM
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Thanks to everyone who chimed in. I will take the above suggestions and try to get that sorted and provide an update.

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post Feb 15 2019, 02:13 PM
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Your lucky day. My tank is out and I’m in the garage. I used a plumber’s rubber and some gorilla tape. My tank is LineX’ed so it’s a bit thicker

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post Feb 15 2019, 02:14 PM
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QUOTE(sb914 @ Feb 15 2019, 04:05 AM) *

use Tape at the top of the rubber to hold it in place,then remove tape once the tanks in place. The rubber sits about 1 inch from the top !


@sb914 an inch from the top of the smooth edge of the tank itself or the top of the edge that slots into the groove of the pad?

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post Feb 15 2019, 02:18 PM
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Bob nailed it. Lift up on the tank enough to free it then lift the rubber mount a bit. Do this to both sides. The idea is to let the tank and rubber mount slide into place together. There is really only one place they will sit properly. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Feb 15 2019, 02:19 PM
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In addition to getting the rubber bits in the right spot, make sure the fuel hoses underneath aren't getting in the way.

Getting the tank in the right spot should be an easy thing to do.
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post Feb 15 2019, 03:54 PM
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Late to the party but it seems like you know what to do now.
I'm not touching any rubber rubber jokes.

Please let us know if you succeed.

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post Feb 15 2019, 04:43 PM
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QUOTE(914_7T3 @ Feb 15 2019, 12:14 PM) *

QUOTE(sb914 @ Feb 15 2019, 04:05 AM) *

use Tape at the top of the rubber to hold it in place,then remove tape once the tanks in place. The rubber sits about 1 inch from the top !


@sb914 an inch from the top of the smooth edge of the tank itself or the top of the edge that slots into the groove of the pad?

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Here’s where mine sits. It’s about a inch from the top of the shock tower.
It’s also a good idea to lengthen the fuel line for future removal. Makes it way easier with the extra length of hose . Attached Image
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post Feb 15 2019, 05:49 PM
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QUOTE(sb914 @ Feb 15 2019, 02:43 PM) *

QUOTE(914_7T3 @ Feb 15 2019, 12:14 PM) *

QUOTE(sb914 @ Feb 15 2019, 04:05 AM) *

use Tape at the top of the rubber to hold it in place,then remove tape once the tanks in place. The rubber sits about 1 inch from the top !


@sb914 an inch from the top of the smooth edge of the tank itself or the top of the edge that slots into the groove of the pad?

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Here’s where mine sits. It’s about a inch from the top of the shock tower.
It’s also a good idea to lengthen the fuel line for future removal. Makes it way easier with the extra length of hose . Attached Image



Perfect, this is super helpful! The fuel lines were left longer for removal and a spring was inserted so it doesn't kink. Thank you for taking the time to photograph.

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post Feb 15 2019, 07:18 PM
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Now that this got straightened out, I’ll piggy back on this thread. My rubber isn’t fitting correctly either. I know posts are useless without pics. Anyone want a pic. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post Feb 15 2019, 08:10 PM
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Now that this got straightened out, I’ll piggy back on this thread. My rubber isn’t fitting correctly either. I know posts are useless without pics. Anyone want a pic. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)


Show us what you got!
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post Feb 15 2019, 09:10 PM
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well I already sent this pic to Jeffery thru text last night.
But I will just share it also here. From my previous 75 1.8FI and yes original color was copper metallic and was painted to blue by previous owner. I replaced the expansion tank to fuel tank seal a day before new owner pick-up the car.

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