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Old Aug 18, 2013 | 07:29 AM
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This started out as a fuel filter change. Then I decided to do the fuel pump. Ok - lets swap the tank out after 50+ years. Just your basic endless project.

Yesterday I removed the fuel pickup/sending unit from the tank. Now I know why my fuel gauge has been off for a while. The float wasn't floating.

http://www.ncrs.org/forums/showthrea...-1958-Gas-Tank

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Old Aug 18, 2013 | 07:43 AM
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Not that uncommon....do as your friend suggested on the NCRS site and add that extra ground wire now while you have things apart.
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Old Aug 18, 2013 | 07:25 PM
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The float wasn't floating.

You mean it was full of fuel?? Floats can be replaced if the unit is otherwise functioning

OK just saw your NCRS photo which you neglected to post here, DUHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!

For those who did not see the photo, 1/2 of the part is missing.

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