Fuel Tank Bung Removal?

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Mar 20, 2019 | 07:47 PM

Taijutsu

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Fuel Tank Bung Removal?

Forum: My car is a 74.
Now that I know I'm not getting any fuel from my tank.
I would like to remove the bung and check it before I fill the tank.

It looks like it might be threaded?
Any advice?

TIA

R

Mar 20, 2019 | 08:52 PM

DonnieP73

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If you are referring to the sending unit, then there is a locking ring that holds it in place.

I used a small chisel to remove my old one, but I would not recommend that. There is a tool for removal and installation of the sending unit.

Donnie

Mar 20, 2019 | 08:56 PM

Taijutsu

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Looks Right

Donnie: Where can I get the proper tool?
I want to finish this and get going.

Anything else I need to know?

Thanks

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Mar 20, 2019 | 09:00 PM

DonnieP73

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I think the vendors here probably sell them. This is what it looks like.

https://www.ebay.com/p/63-74-Corvett...2998163&chn=ps

Hope that helps.

Donnie

Also, there is a o-ring that you might need to replace if yours is flat or not in good shape. You will find it when you remove the unit.

Last edited by DonnieP73; Mar 20, 2019 at 09:03 PM.

Mar 27, 2019 | 12:57 PM

Taijutsu

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Rear Tire?

How much of the rear tire carrier do I have to remove to get to the sending unit?
Anything else I need to know?

TIA

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Mar 27, 2019 | 02:40 PM

carriljc

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Here is the general idea. If you do not get the specific tool, then I suggest using a slightly larger screwdriver. Not much risk, but don't go creating a spark now. If you use some lubricant on the seal it may slide a little easier.

Just get under there and take a look. Drop the spare tire carrier and eyeball it.

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Originally Posted by Taijutsu

How much of the rear tire carrier do I have to remove to get to the sending unit?
Anything else I need to know?

TIA

R

Last edited by carriljc; Mar 27, 2019 at 02:41 PM.

Mar 27, 2019 | 04:36 PM

Taijutsu

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Thanks for the info.
A kind forum member Donnie already pointed me in the right direction for the tool.
Now I have to wait and see what is needed once I pull out the sending unit!

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