Date:         Tue, 2 Sep 2008 17:47:30 -0400
Reply-To:     Mike <mbucchino@CHARTER.NET>
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From:         Mike <mbucchino@CHARTER.NET>
Subject:      Re: New Gas Tank Install on '85
Comments: To: Neil2 <vidublu@GMAIL.COM>
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  I always clean and lightly lubricate my fuel tank grommets, o-rings and
lines/fittings with Dow Corning silicone grease.  I pre-position the
crossover tube first, and pop them in after tank installation.  Only the AC
filter/drier gets in the way those models so-equipped, and I'm still able to
snake my arm past to reach them.  I never had any problem with the straps.

Mike B.


>and it only went in with lubricant.  That may be another >important step.
>Lubricating the grommets with >something (which won't adversely affect the
>grommet's >performance).