| LarryK | -- 05-27-2013 @ 5:34 PM |
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I am planning on replacing the gas tank sending unit with a reproduction 99A-9275 unit - keeping everything original. What safety precautions do I need to follow for this procedure? Thanks, Larry Kenworthy
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| TomO | -- 05-27-2013 @ 6:01 PM |
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Repair the original unit, the aftermarket ones do not work very well. Tom
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| supereal | -- 05-28-2013 @ 6:42 AM |
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As far as safety, when the top of the tank is opened, the usual cautions about flames or sparks apply. Don't connect or disconnect the sender with the ignition turned on. I agree with Tom regarding the original sender, but often it isn't possible to repair it. The repro senders are an acceptable alternative, but must be adjusted to give an approximate reading of fuel level. Be sure the float clears tank baffles, and orient the sender mount so it does. Bend the float arm to register the fuel level you measure in the tank with a stick or ruler. We set it so they indicate empty when there is about a quarter tank of fuel remaining to give a margin before actually running out. Be sure the sender mount is well grounded, and test the sender by moving the arm while it is out of the tank. Remember that the gauge moves slowly, so give it time to respond.
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| LarryK | -- 05-30-2013 @ 1:59 PM |
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Thanks for the tips. Larry Kenworthy
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