Remove the Old Fuel Tank
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What happens here
The first task is to remove the old fuel tank. Begin by using an impact driver with the appropriate socket to loosen the bolts securing the fuel tank straps. If a bolt encounters significant rust and spins freely without loosening, it indicates a broken or stripped nut-sert. In such a case, use a sawzall to cut the problematic strap, ensuring the tank is supported by a transmission jack or similar device to prevent it from falling once all restraints are removed. Exercise caution when cutting metal near a fuel tank. A transmission jack will support the tank, allowing for controlled lowering and access to connections on top of the tank. Note that the front edge of the tank might sit slightly over a cross-member, requiring the tank to be lowered and slid backwards slightly before it can be fully removed.
Goal: Safely detach and remove the existing fuel tank from the vehicle.
Tools and materials
- Impact Driver Milwaukee M18 — Loosening bolts on fuel tank straps
- Safety Glasses — Protecting eyes from debris and sparks
- Sawzall — Cutting rusted fuel tank straps if bolts cannot be removed
- Socket Set — To match the size of the fuel tank strap bolts
- Transmission Jack — Supporting and safely lowering the fuel tank
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