Gas Tank Straps

[Wulfman]

The four straps I have for the tank are different (2 sets). The diagram in the manual indicates they are the same although I've not looked up the P/N's. One set is beefy with a threaded insert on one end, the other less solid and they have a 1/4 twist on one and then a threaded end which I works when slotted through the front tank cross member.

Have I got the right set? In mock up it's the smaller straps that work underneath, which is counter intuitive. You'd think the beefy guy's would support from underneath. Anyone have a picture I can use for reference? Also, is it practical to R&R the sending and pickup units while I'm doing the frame off? Seemed to work fine when it was running.

[Bruce]

Correcto-Mundo

Same as mine, check the bed pic's in my last post.

[Frank Irons]

The four straps I have for the tank are different (2 sets). The diagram in the manual indicates they are the same although I've not looked up the P/N's. One set is beefy with a threaded insert on one end, the other less solid and they have a 1/4 twist on one and then a threaded end which I works when slotted through the front tank cross member.

Have I got the right set? In mock up it's the smaller straps that work underneath, which is counter intuitive. You'd think the beefy guy's would support from underneath. Anyone have a picture I can use for reference? Also, is it practical to R&R the sending and pickup units while I'm doing the frame off? Seemed to work fine when it was running.

I wouldn't worry about the sending unit or tank pickup because they are easy to access in the M37, I would definitely check out the cleanliness of the tank and the evidence of rust and corrrosion. Once you put this back together and find there is a problem you will kick yourself for not checking it out when it was all apart

Frank.

[Wulfman]

Thanks Frank. The tank has some patches on it and the interior look's like it was coated with some sort of protective gunk. It has a rough texture to it, It doesn't look like rust or corrosion and it doesn't flake off at all so I'm assuming that was done when the tank was patched.

[Bruce]

Coatings

I think the coating should be very smooth, mine was red & clear.