<VV> 1961 700 gas tank removal - help

[Michael Kovacs]

I always disconnect the hose(s) connecting the tank to the filler and replace 
them.  This a royal pain in the axx to get to the clamps . Tank will just fall 
out. Does your have the sway bar in it?. You need to loosen it and swing it 
forward. I just did mine on my '69. When you get it repaired, put tank sealer in 
to be sure it wont start again. 


 MIKE KOVACS



----- Original Message ----
From: Ted Duke <teduke at embarqmail.com>
To: VV <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Tue, February 22, 2011 5:43:44 PM
Subject: <VV> 1961 700 gas tank removal - help

Ok,

Got my new 30 x 40 shop setup almost complete except for air compressor 
and lift.  Trying the remove the gas tank from my 1961 700.  It has a 
hole in it.

I read the shop manual, I checked the tech guide 1976 and sup 1986.  
Doing what the shop manual directs:

I removed the rubber bushing.  I took the entire strap off.  It says to 
lift the left side and remove the right side first.  I have yanked, 
pushed, wiggled and finagled.  What am I doing wrong?  Any suggestions 
welcome.

Ted Duke
1961 700 first project
1962 convertible later on
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