Fuel tank removal

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  • March 2, 2021 at 5:25 pm #307455
    flipmgtd
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    @flipmgtd

    Has anyone removed their fuel tank from a Ford based MGTD (CMC)  I had some carb issues and may need to remove and clean the tank.  Looks like it will come out if I remove the rear shroud but it looks very tight.  It is the original rectangular aluminum tank.  Thanks

    March 12, 2021 at 1:21 pm #307491
    billnparts
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    @billnparts

    In the process of re-engineering the fuel fill on mine. Removal is simple. Remove the spare tire. Remove the Hat. Work through the opening to remove the filler neck and license plate wiring. Remove the cover. Hold down bolts for the tank are easily accessible. Just lift it out.

    Bill Ascheman
    Fiberfab Ford
    Modified 5.0, 5sp., 4:11
    Autocross & Hillclimb
    "Drive Happy"

    March 12, 2021 at 6:06 pm #307492
    flipmgtd
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    @flipmgtd

    Thanks, that is what I thought but wasn’t sure how involved it might be.

    March 14, 2021 at 7:19 pm #307503
    billnparts
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    @billnparts

    I don’t know how far you’ve made it. I’m into reassembly. I’ve taken photos on my way out you might find helpful

    on your way in.

    Once you remove the hat on the rear cover you’ll be able to access the filler hose and wiring. The factory fill is a bottleneck that makes refilling a PITA. I’m finally addressing that.

    I am starting a new post on this project.

     

    Bill Ascheman
    Fiberfab Ford
    Modified 5.0, 5sp., 4:11
    Autocross & Hillclimb
    "Drive Happy"

    March 28, 2021 at 11:11 am #307528
    flipmgtd
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    @flipmgtd

    Yours is much better.  Never understood the 90 degree turn in the fill tube.

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