Results 1 to 2 of 2
Sending unit and tank removal help
Marine Fuel Systems
Section - Hello, this winter I'm gonna replace my tank sending unit and put a swim platform ...-
EnsignStatus : OfflineMember Since : Sep 2017Home Port : Tonawanda,NY1983 Chris Craft 251 CatalinaPosts : 8
Sending unit and tank removal help
Hello, this winter I'm gonna replace my tank sending unit and put a swim platform on my 251 Catalina. For both these projects I'm going to have to pull out the tank. Is there anything I need to know about trying to pull this tank out? It doesn't look like an easy job.
Also, where would I go for a direct replacement fuel sending unit? Thanks for any help.Russ
-
ModeratorStatus : OfflineMember Since : Sep 2011Home Port : SW FloridaBoat's Name : Bali Ha’i1988 Carver 3207Posts : 1,845
Sending unit and tank removal help
Not sure about your specific boat, but builders have been known to use many different methods of securing tanks; tabs welded near the bottom and bolted to structure, tabs welded near the middle with straps or bolts to structure. Tabs on top with straps under the tank bolted to them, no tabs and straps around tank & structure, straps over the top of the tank to bolts on the structure, foam, glues, glass, friction, and luck. Investigate well all around the tank to be sure you've gotten any and all attachments removed before trying to lift the tank, then be prepared to fabricate tools to cut foam and other bonding materials loose to get it out. A direct replacement sending unit should be available from most good retailers (WestMarine, Marine Parts Source, Marine Trading Co, Low Cost Boating Store, etc). Take lots of photos to share, and look close at anything you have access to while the tank is out- if there are repairs needed, this will be a perfect time to attend to them! Best of luck on your winter projects- keep in touch here, it's a great way to pass the cold months!
Last edited by Cap'n Ray; September 30th, 2017 at 22:40.
Similar Threads
-
Lower Unit Problems
By NateAnderson in forum General TopicsReplies: 4Last Post: June 17th, 2015, 15:50 -
bow seat back removal
By adkboater in forum Website How To's...Replies: 2Last Post: May 27th, 2015, 10:40 -
Windsheild removal and repair
By jamie 10017 in forum Structural General TopicsReplies: 5Last Post: March 3rd, 2013, 16:48 -
Removal of out drive on a 1983 cruisers holiday 254
By Hudman in forum Steering and ControlsReplies: 1Last Post: November 25th, 2012, 10:07 -
Temp. sending unit
By Cherie D in forum Other Items Down BelowReplies: 2Last Post: September 13th, 2012, 16:41
Bookmarks