Jeff, I recently had to replace the leaking float in my sender. I tapped
the prong thingys CCW to release the unit. Rather than risk a spark from a
metal punch, I used a piece of scrap nylon block against the prong, tapping
same with the hammer (A brass punch, if you have one handy, is probably
easier). Gentleness & patience is then recommended on removing the unit;
it's not at all difficult, but does take a bit of twisting & shifting so as
not to bend/hang-up the arm to the float.
Cheers, Ree G. in Mexico, NY - 78 Spit FM73070U O
----- Original Message -----
From: Jeff McNeal <jmcneal@ohms.com>
To: <spitfires@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, June 18, 2000 22:04 PM
Subject: removing fuel sender unit?
>
> I need to remove and inspect my fuel sending unit. The tank is almost
> empty. I know that the sending unit is supposed to "unscrew". I'm just
not
> sure how to get ahold of something to twist without breaking something.
> Surely this must be a fairly simple procedure.
>
> I see three prong thingys sticking out and three dips on the inside
diameter
> of the sending unit backing plate, which I assume needs to be the part
> that's turned. Or do I turn the part with the three tabs sticking out
from
> it?
>
> Any tips or advice would be appreciated. TIA
>
> Best wishes,
>
> Jeff in San Diego
>
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