Fuel Tank Replacement

[Gearhead999]

Fuel tank replacement isn't a big deal.

Run tank low on fuel or empty. [makes tank more managable weight wise]
Disconnect the fuel line and the gauge wire at the sender.
Pull the inside trunk mat out.
Disconnect the filler pipe and hose and remove.
Remove screws holding tank to trunk floor.
Lift tank out.
Reverse above for install.

As far as the sender goes...Sure the Ford one is better. But, it isn't a big deal to replace the sender, if it goes bad, later.

One comment I do have. Take couple minutes and replace the two rubber fuel lines while you're under there. One at the sender and the other on the line up forward around where the door meets the fender. Cheap insurance.

[Rev]

Originally Posted by Gearhead999

As far as the sender goes...Sure the Ford one is better. But, it isn't a big deal to replace the sender, if it goes bad, later.

The repop Taiwanese senders are not really very accurate, buy they are cheap (around $30 or so). I did have to adjust mine to make the gauge read the the way I wanted it to.

I had to actually shorten the wire bar that holds the float, and then bend it a little. I did that over several tries, taking the sender in and out each time. Be sure to use new seals between the sender and the tank and lube them with vaseline .Also be sure to get them alligned just right when you rotate that locking ring on the sender to tighten it down. I did finally get mine to read a little past the "F" on the upside when full and a little past the "E" on the downside when empty,which is how I wanted it.

Rev

[Elvis]

Well, I just tried to order a tank (without drain) from Texas Mustang Parts and they tell me they can only provide the one with a drain. I have heard that the drains are a problem as they leak. Should I look around for a tank without a drain or do you think that a tank with a drain would be OK. Thanks for your help. E.

[Kisner]

I replaced mine 7 years ago with one that had a drain and (knock on wood) it hasn't leaked a drop.