David Deutsch wrote:
>
> You wrote:
> >
> >Drove up to Moss this morning and picked up a fuel tank sending unit
> >for my 74 BGT. Will be tackling the job tomorrow morning - can anyone
>
> >give me any hints on how to remove the locking ring without the
> special
> >tool? I assume it just pushes in and twists to line up with the tabs
> >but want to make sure before starting. Thanks
> >
> >Rick
> ><http://home.ptd.net/~mgrick/council.htm>
> >
> Just liberally spray the lock ring area with WD40 or other similar
> spray lub and allow some penetration time. tap the lock ring tabs one
> at a time with suitable chisel/ hammer combination in the counter
> clockwise direction. I hope you also purchased a new lock ring and seal
> while you were at the warehouse.
> Safety Fast,
> David Deutsch
Thanks to Rob, David and Chad for thier input.
I didnt get to do the job last weekend but just came back from the barn
where I successfully completed the installation of the new sending unit
in about 10 mins. Sure wish all jobs on the MGs went as smoothly
as this one!!
Rick
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