Im going to install a new oem fuel tank on my 05 R1 because I put a tiny ding in my stock tank and im nervous about it with fuel pump and all that. any tips tricks things I should know.. ANYTHING!!! would help...

Originally posted by MustangsnR1s
Im going to install a new oem fuel tank on my 05 R1 because I put a tiny ding in my stock tank and im nervous about it with fuel pump and all that. any tips tricks things I should know.. ANYTHING!!! would help...



Hi,

Been there, done that.

Straight foreward, but be careful with the fuel pump. There is a gasket between the pump and the tank you need to be careful with.

Careful not to damage the gasket. If in doubt, put in a new one. (You do not want a leak there)

When you loosen the pump and want to take it out of the old tank, it can feel like the pump is too big to get out of the tank. Take your time and whiggle it out.

You should use a crisscross pattern when you put back the 6 bolts holding the pump. Torque to 0,4nm.


Good luck!

Samsir

Thanks for the reply!! I feel better about it. U ROCK

Originally posted by Samsir
Hi,

Been there, done that.

Straight foreward, but be careful with the fuel pump. There is a gasket between the pump and the tank you need to be careful with.

Careful not to damage the gasket. If in doubt, put in a new one. (You do not want a leak there)

When you loosen the pump and want to take it out of the old tank, it can feel like the pump is too big to get out of the tank. Take your time and whiggle it out.

You should use a crisscross pattern when you put back the 6 bolts holding the pump. Torque to 0,4nm.


Good luck!

Samsir

Good write up if i might add :thumbup