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> Fuel Tank Frustration!, Tank is Sitting too High
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post Feb 15 2019, 09:15 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!


I’ve got to get with SirAndy. Can’t figure out how to resize this whopper to make it fit the format. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Feb 16 2019, 09:37 AM
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Since this thread has already been hi-jacked from rubbers to whoopers, I'll add this. Guess what I'm going to use for a gas tank/fuel cell. Best, markAttached Image
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post Feb 16 2019, 09:58 AM
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Since this thread has already been hi-jacked from rubbers to whoopers, I'll add this. Guess what I'm going to use for a gas tank/fuel cell. Best, markAttached Image

That’s interesting.
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post Feb 16 2019, 10:51 AM
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What do the 2 screws on the tops of the wheelwells do?
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post Feb 16 2019, 10:55 AM
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Good eye rhodyguy......I made fender liners for under the GT fenders, so a few fasteners had to show, will paint later. Mark
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post Feb 18 2019, 09:36 PM
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So it turns out the fuel tank was sitting fine and the expansion tank is the culprit. It literally "Expanded" during powder coating.


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No wonder it would not fit.



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post Feb 18 2019, 09:39 PM
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Maybe they put a plug on the ends to keep the powder out and the hot air blew it up. At least it's an easy part to replace.
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post Feb 19 2019, 07:23 AM
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So it turns out the fuel tank was sitting fine and the expansion tank is the culprit. It literally "Expanded" during powder coating.


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No wonder it would not fit.



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I think I might have one . If you want it it’s yours, I’ll look later if you want it .
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post Feb 19 2019, 12:29 PM
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Just draw a vacuum on it and suck it back down to the right shape...

On the rubbers, just use some lube. it lets things slide into position and you can feel when they fit best. I never tape my rubbers on. Not fun when there's too much friction either. Sometimes the carpet landing strips may be too thick and it wont drop in all the way....
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post Feb 19 2019, 12:32 PM
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So it turns out the fuel tank was sitting fine and the expansion tank is the culprit. It literally "Expanded" during powder coating.


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No wonder it would not fit.



I think I might have one . If you want it it’s yours, I’ll look later if you want it .



Thanks @sb914 Picking up another expansion tank today nearby so probably will not need, but will reach out if this one looks wonky.
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post Feb 19 2019, 12:42 PM
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pads should be a bit lower, and maybe use some silicone grease
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post Feb 19 2019, 01:42 PM
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Just draw a vacuum on it and suck it back down to the right shape...

On the rubbers, just use some lube. it lets things slide into position and you can feel when they fit best. I never tape my rubbers on. Not fun when there's too much friction either. Sometimes the carpet landing strips may be too thick and it wont drop in all the way....


Jeffrey,

I have a high vacuum pump if you want to bring it to the shop and give it a try.

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post Feb 19 2019, 03:38 PM
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QUOTE(marksteinhilber @ Feb 19 2019, 10:29 AM) *

Just draw a vacuum on it and suck it back down to the right shape...

On the rubbers, just use some lube. it lets things slide into position and you can feel when they fit best. I never tape my rubbers on. Not fun when there's too much friction either. Sometimes the carpet landing strips may be too thick and it wont drop in all the way....


Jeffrey,

I have a high vacuum pump if you want to bring it to the shop and give it a try.

Bob B
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Totally, I have a temporary that I picked up today, just to keep things moving and mine has been PC'd already so its worth a shot!
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