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Post by Supercharged86 on Mar 18, 2019 19:03:21 GMT -5
Hello Friends, I'm working on a new to me '75 C-72 and it requires new fuel lines. Is the screwed in fuel tank fitting designed to come out to access the in tank line or do I need to go about this differently; because it's not budging. I'm afraid to snap it off with anymore force. Cheers. Steve
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Post by undee70ss on Mar 18, 2019 20:22:44 GMT -5
Yes, it is designed to come out.
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Post by Supercharged86 on Mar 18, 2019 23:06:09 GMT -5
Yes, it is designed to come out. Oh boy, it sure doesn't feel like it's gonna. What about removing the front cover? Thanks Gregg. |
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Post by rowdy235 on Mar 19, 2019 0:07:55 GMT -5
I would avoid splitting the tank at all costs. Have you tried any penetrating oil?
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Post by undee70ss on Mar 19, 2019 1:06:48 GMT -5
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Post by Supercharged86 on Mar 19, 2019 7:56:18 GMT -5
Is it pipe thread with possibly some sealant? Thanks guys. |
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Post by onlyhomelites on Mar 19, 2019 14:37:10 GMT -5
I'm not sure if it's pipe thread, but they can be a pain. I've found a 6-point socket with the rattle gun does the trick though. I've gone so far as to tighten slightly and then loosen...worked so far! I've never used a thread sealer when reinstalling it because it tightens right down, almost like a tapered thread.
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Post by Supercharged86 on Mar 19, 2019 21:36:25 GMT -5
I had to settle for option B, as A wasn't hearing it. Turns out someone else opted for B also as there was RTV sealant on the two halves in place of a gasket. I"ve painstakingly (about 2 1/2 hrs) made a new gasket to go back in place. Thanks for the help.
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