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Old 09-06-2012, 10:29 AM   #1
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Honestly it was probably quicker than that. It was a pain but not rocket science.

Some 10mm nuts/bolts that hold the tank in place.
I split the oil filler tube in the engine bay
I pulled the engine harness rubber away from the rear wall and used angled needle nose
It was a pain but it went quick

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Makita impact driver 10mm bit
11" needle nose
Standard pliers
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Old 09-06-2012, 10:43 AM   #2
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Impressive! I wish my indy shop could of done it that quickly.:ah:
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Old 10-26-2012, 08:26 PM   #3
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Honestly it was probably quicker than that. It was a pain but not rocket science.

Some 10mm nuts/bolts that hold the tank in place.
I split the oil filler tube in the engine bay
I pulled the engine harness rubber away from the rear wall and used angled needle nose
It was a pain but it went quick

Tools used
Makita impact driver 10mm bit
11" needle nose
Standard pliers
drop light
JAAY, when you say you split the oil filler tube in the engine bay, you mean you destroyed it? Or did you disconnect it? Was that difficult? From the top of the engine bay or below?

Also, I was thinking about pulling out that rubber grommet too. So you essentially did that and just reached in with your angled needle nose? Would this still work if the hose clamps happened to be facing the other way?

I need to replace my tank, and absolutely dreading it from everything I have read about it.

Thanks.
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Old 10-27-2012, 04:28 AM   #4
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Pm sent. Where are you from?
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