Fuel Tank Filler Neck
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, Oct 16 2011 08:27 PM
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Posted 16 October 2011 - 08:27 PM
Ive just fitted my fuel tank and I'm a little concerned about the position of the filler neck. I've already tried to shift the tank as far forward as possible however it appears that the cap will foul on the fuel flap door?? How does the position compare to others?
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Posted 16 October 2011 - 08:37 PM
That looks wrong. If you bolt up the number plate holder would it sit flush or rub on the tank neck?
The fact it sits low is fine, the sticking out is the issue.
If you want photos, let me know, garage is 15 metres away.
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The fact it sits low is fine, the sticking out is the issue.
If you want photos, let me know, garage is 15 metres away.
Phillip
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Posted 16 October 2011 - 08:46 PM
Pics would be most helpful Phillip! I've dummied up the flap door and with the fuel cap fitted it rubs. Bit if the cap is not on it clears. Not sure if this lockable cap is to big?
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Posted 16 October 2011 - 08:57 PM
Here you go. I doubt it has anything to do with the cap.
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Posted 16 October 2011 - 09:08 PM
Awesome mate. Thanks for your help!! I'll have to have another fiddle with the tank mounting.
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Posted 17 October 2011 - 10:54 AM
Well thinking and looking at those pics... Im going to pull the tank back out and perhaps try to bend the neck??? Its the only thing that would fix it....
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Posted 17 October 2011 - 11:02 AM
The problem may be caused by the locking cap not the fuel filler. Try fitting a factory fuel cap or get pictures with the cap removed to compare.
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Posted 17 October 2011 - 11:35 AM
Looking at those pics though... My neck is resting on the body work, where as this pic show it well clear.... So I think the only option is to bend the neck....
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Posted 17 October 2011 - 12:32 PM
Been there done that. The problem is the tank not mounted properly .
From memory, it has to be sort of clipped in along the rear .
My first fitting of the "new" tank put the filler exactly where yours is.
I am sorry I ca'nt be more specific on how to fix it, but it is easier with a helper to
assist you. Whatever you do, DO NOT BEND the filler neck as it will crack
around where the neck enters the tank.
Just went and took a pic for you, there are 2 brackets that the rear lip of the tank sits up on,
I bet your tank is just held up under them by the straps.
Hope this helps.
regards,Rod
From memory, it has to be sort of clipped in along the rear .
My first fitting of the "new" tank put the filler exactly where yours is.
I am sorry I ca'nt be more specific on how to fix it, but it is easier with a helper to
assist you. Whatever you do, DO NOT BEND the filler neck as it will crack
around where the neck enters the tank.
Just went and took a pic for you, there are 2 brackets that the rear lip of the tank sits up on,
I bet your tank is just held up under them by the straps.
Hope this helps.
regards,Rod
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Posted 17 October 2011 - 12:40 PM
Hi Rod!
I will be checking this out as soon as I get home this arv!!!! You may have saved me a lot of stuffing around!!!!!
Ill keep you updated!
Thanks for your input mate!
I will be checking this out as soon as I get home this arv!!!! You may have saved me a lot of stuffing around!!!!!
Ill keep you updated!
Thanks for your input mate!
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Posted 17 October 2011 - 06:18 PM
Here is how my filler sits:
Just that bit higher - the width of the bracket clip.
regards,Rod
Just that bit higher - the width of the bracket clip.
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Posted 17 October 2011 - 07:33 PM
Thanks for your input mate. I've confirmed my tank was sittig above the brackets at the rear. The only way that the filler neck can be made to sit in the correct spot is if the front of the tank is lowered. That brings the neck up off the body work.
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Posted 17 October 2011 - 10:57 PM
Well.... After pulling the tank out and back in about a billion times tonight.... Ive finally got it all to fit right.... What a fart ass around....
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Posted 18 October 2011 - 06:18 AM
looks much better now hanra
front airdam can be the next tricky fix
start at the centre with brake duct bolts in
and work your way around to the flares last
if you can get some of the original
retaining brackets they will help keep it all in place
red may have those as well
dave
front airdam can be the next tricky fix
start at the centre with brake duct bolts in
and work your way around to the flares last
if you can get some of the original
retaining brackets they will help keep it all in place
red may have those as well
dave
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Posted 18 October 2011 - 07:53 AM
Good idea about the brackets Dave. I dont have flares so one less thing to worry about. Ill deal with the airdam at a later date.... Im working my way from the rear of the car to the front!
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