Date:         Mon, 8 Mar 2004 09:04:03 -0800
Reply-To:     Robert Keezer <warmerwagen@HOTMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Robert Keezer <warmerwagen@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Vanagon 2WD fuel tank R & R
Comments: To: tomyoung1@COMCAST.NET
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Here are some more tips for gas tank installing: lengthen the hoses that
attach to the tank with new longer ones.

Then the tank can be connected to the hoseson the ground before
installing.The hardest to do once installed are the two small tank vents-it
really is a piece of cake now.

Also put some silicone on the crossover overflow grommets and filler vent
grommet- it makes it easier to push the connectors on after the tank is
installed.

Also, for installing, I find it's easier to have the tank rest on my chest
instead of blocks. I pre-position the straps and bolts so i can grab them
after the tank is pushed up.

Have your head towards the front of the van- you can also use some longer
bolts than which came with the tank.
You are now a human floor jack and have more control -push the tank edge
back into the frame then up.


Robert

1982 Westfalia

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