Hello all I recently purchased a '98 and now realize I have a fuel tank that is losing its integrity at the seams, is this a pro job for my mechanic or should I tackle it myself and do I go OEM or aftermarket.
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At home, reverse onto ramps. Disconnect engine fuel feed line and return lines from solenoid switch near rear of front tank. (Red Clip Feed, Clasp return) Disconnect filler pipe and overflow/return lines via hose clamps in place at rear of tank also. Unplug wiring lume at rear of tank (under the floor) near solenoid ( front/rear control switch), Unplug main fuel wiring lume at side of chassis near centre of tank, Remove handbrake cable assembly from tank straps. Make sure tank is empty. On ramps, I would use a trolley jack to support the weight and manouverability for both removal and installation.
probably not going to have an aftermarket option, i had the same issue with mine when it rusted out last year, and the only aftermarket option was an extended range tank for 1500 or so. would have been nice but way out of budget. if its a metal tank depending on where the hole or holes are it can be repaired.
if your going to take the tank out yourself start to spray down the bolts for the tank straps now as im sure their pretty rusty
if your going to take the tank out yourself start to spray down the bolts for the tank straps now as im sure their pretty rusty
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Thanks guys.
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Get this I was just told by a pretty good source there is a product at napa that will patch and permanently seal the seam on my fuel tank. I'm going to give it a shot.
Please let us know what that is. My cousin in NY replaced his Montero gas tank 2-3 weeks ago and it costed him $800 just for the tank from the dealer.
