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Old Sep 18, 2004 | 03:05 AM
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While installing my Z06 cat back exhaust, I removed the bottom skid pan from the right side gas tank bladder to make it a little easier to remove the stock exhaust from that side. The tank was full, so the bladder being pliable, started to droop down about an inch or so when I removed the botom pan. I had to push it back up unto position to reinstall the lower pan. Anyone know if any problems that may develop from physically pushing the bladder back up into its original position? Thanks in advance for any assistance.
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Old Sep 18, 2004 | 10:18 AM
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I wouldn't think so, but maybe Patches or C5 TECH can shed some light on this.
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Old Sep 18, 2004 | 10:33 AM
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I can't see how it could cause any problems!
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Just did this yesterday. Kinda heavy when full of gas. Don't think it will cause any problems since it does not move down much.
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Once the bottom plate is removed,the only thing holding the tank in is the crossover pipe connected between the 2 tanks.This pipe is flexable which will allow a full tank to lower No harm done
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