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Draining gas tank

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Chris Insull, May 1, 2011.

  1. Chris Insull

    Chris Insull All roads lead me back to the beach... 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    I'm thinking of draining my rear mounted gas tank to clean it out and replace the sending unit at the same time. Any input on the best/ easiest way to proceed?
     
    Chris Insull, May 1, 2011
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  2. Twin2

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    remove 3" rubber hose between filler neck and tank - siphon gas in filler hole - floor jack with 10"X10" . worked for me . also skid plate bolts REAR I welded flat washers to bolt heads . ground off 1/2 of washer . no need for wrench on top anymore
     
    Twin2, May 1, 2011
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  3. supertrooper

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    siphon as much gas as you can then get a buddy to help. a good floor jack and big peice of plywood to lower and raise the tank and a friend to stablize it.
     
    supertrooper, May 2, 2011
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