New Gas Tank Install - SNAP RING!!!!??

CLEMSONTIGER · 03-28-2008, 03:21 PM

Tank is all ready to go, can't figure out the best method for turning the new snap ring for the sending unit. When I apply pressure to one of the three "tabs" that should slip under the lip of the tank that the other two pop out. Is there a special tool that applies equal torque like a socket?

Bard · 03-28-2008, 03:51 PM

Snap ring pliers work the best for them. Other option is to use 2 flat screw drivers, hold 1 hole down and use the other to work the ring into the gap and around. Little bit of pressure, but do not force it too much.

Edit - Sorry, totally missed it the first time, you are referring to the gauge locking ring, it isn't a snap ring, just a 3 sided plate which should slide into the groves, I use 2 screw drivers and get one side almost in and spin it with another screwdriver and a slight tap from a hammer. I also apply some downward pressure to get it to seat correctly. Another tip is to make sure the bottom seal is warm so it compresses when installed. Hope this helps.

**PhatBasturd** · 03-28-2008, 04:23 PM

I used the same method.

New tank so no gas fumes to worry about while tapping on the ring. Correct????

bigjoe · 03-28-2008, 05:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PhatBasturd

I used the same method.

New tank so no gas fumes to worry about while tapping on the ring. Correct????

Tapping on it should not be an issue.

Mr.Crowley · 03-28-2008, 10:14 PM

the ''Correct'' way to knock that lock ring into place is to use a brass drift or wood dowls..Using a screw driver ''could'' throw off a spark and set the whole tank off into oblivion..But I never had a problem,but was aware of the danger..

CLEMSONTIGER · 03-29-2008, 07:39 AM

Not worried about setting it off, brand new, no gas in it yet.....thanks for all the replies I'll give it a try now with another set of hands to help.