There are a number of excellent threads on replacing the fuel tank. My 2002 has a rotted skid plate and a hole in the tank that leaks when filled above 3/4. Found a tank and cradle at a Japanese make salvage yard in great shape. Getting ready to drop the old and install the replacement in the next few weeks. A few questions for the more experienced wrenchers:
1.) I cleaned the replacement tank inside as best I could with soapy water, rinsed and dried. There is still a yellowish film. Any suggestions on cleaning with a more aggressive method? Leave it as is?
2.) I bought replacement hardware, gaskets, clips, etc. to avoid dealing with old rusted parts. I did not buy replacement fuel lines. Should I buy new lines (or anything else I might not have thought about) to take of the fuel system one time and not have to drop the tank and cradle again?
Thanks for all of the great forum threads and advice. This is a project truck for my son and me to ramp up our mechanical knowledge and experience. We'll have it out in the wilds of Utah hiking, skiing, camping and I want to be able to troubleshoot common issues ourselves.
1.) I cleaned the replacement tank inside as best I could with soapy water, rinsed and dried. There is still a yellowish film. Any suggestions on cleaning with a more aggressive method? Leave it as is?
2.) I bought replacement hardware, gaskets, clips, etc. to avoid dealing with old rusted parts. I did not buy replacement fuel lines. Should I buy new lines (or anything else I might not have thought about) to take of the fuel system one time and not have to drop the tank and cradle again?
Thanks for all of the great forum threads and advice. This is a project truck for my son and me to ramp up our mechanical knowledge and experience. We'll have it out in the wilds of Utah hiking, skiing, camping and I want to be able to troubleshoot common issues ourselves.