2/24/2008
Removal of the fuel tank –
1. Before Starting
ensure that all fuel has been removed and stored in an appropriate recommended storage media
2.Disconnect the fuel feed pipe from the fuel
tank
3.Plug the pipe end using a thread 8mm bolt to
stop any residual fuel leaking out
4.Disconnect the fuel pipe to the overflow
bottle if fitted
Tanks is usually fitted with an 8mm retaining bolt and
retaining plate
4.Remove fixing bolt and any tie wraps with appropriate Allen he (this may have
finger grips)
5.Tank will come away from the chassis
6.Dependant on Kart Type you may need to remove
the floor tray to remove the tank
Alternatively the tank may be retained by the steering
column supports
4.Slacken off the retaining bolt at the top of
the steering column support
5.As the supports are slackened off the tank
will be release
6.Holding firmly pull the tank from between the
supports
7.Dependant on the Kart Type you may need to
remove the floor tray to remove the tank
Note - CHECK THAT THERE ARE NO CRACKS OR
SPLITS OR POTENTENTIAL WEAKNESSES ON THE TANK IF SO REPLACE.
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