Fuel Pump Access Panel
- Thread starter SteveBarrus
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It should have been standard from the factory as far as I'm concerned. With that said, I don't know if I'll go to the trouble of actually installing one, but its a great idea. But you'll never see anything like this on a modern vehicle - why engineer in something like this that might raise the price of the vehicle by $5 when you can raise the price $1,500 with bullshit "technology"?
I don't need fuel pump access, but I NEED a 32" touchscreen that controls every function in the vehicle and a sealed
CVT trans, and no low range, and electric power steering, and of course I need to control the transmission with a dial like a heater control. !!!!
Actually, I had a VW Golf that had a fuel pump access panel from the factory. Not that it mattered since these wingnutscouldn't build a functioning electrical system !!!
Don't get me started on VWs and electrical/electronic problems!Actually, I had a VW Golf that had a fuel pump access panel from the factory. Not that it mattered since these wingnuts couldn't build a functioning electrical system !!!
I’ve dropped my own fuel tank 5 times smart ass. It’s not hard, it’s actually very easy, especially with an ATV or transmission jack.And where’s your jeep?
Everything is easy when MrBlaine does it.
If someone wants to install an access panel though, by all means, be my guest.
If it is something you want to do, by all means go for it. I wish I had known about that kit a couple years ago. Lord knows I had my fill of dropping and reinstalling my fuel tank when I replaced my OEM pump (that was causing a long crank time) with a Bosch replacement pump. 2 Bosch pumps failed (left me stranded and had to be trailered home) within a month of installing them, so having to drop the tank 3 times in not as many months (first time tank was empty both the others it was full) was a HUGE pain in the ass. I guess what they say about the third time being the charm fits here... Knock on wood the 3rd pump has been working for almost a year and a half now!!!
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I’ve done mine twice, agree it’s no big deal. HF tranny Jack user here.
Thanks for the pics,it looks like it can’t be done without cutting the support,even with a smaller hole
You are correct. You do have to cut through that one support. Is that an issue for you?
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I Agree with the “built not bought” motto
• At the same time we need to be considered of the folks who don’t have access to proper tools, space and knowledge or rather have it done by someone else. Ni
just saying ..., it’s probably a good idea, if one has already downtime on his rig
• speaking for myself, I’m planning on doin it, once I’m able to continue my “spark-plug delete” project
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You probably could, but it might present other problems. It basically runs roughly through the middle of the opening. It might impede getting the fuel pump lock ring off or even getting the fuel pump out.
The floor panel is welded to the cross member so not sure how effectively you could remove the small section of floor panel that is attached to the top of the channel. I guess you could just leave that in place too. Either way one would have to notch the access panel frame piece so it would fit over the channel.
The access panel frame is stout enough that I don't believe one is sacrificing and structural strength by removing that small channel.
HF sawzallI Agree with the “built not bought” motto
• At the same time we need to be considered of the folks who don’t have access to proper tools, space and knowledge or rather have it done by someone else. Ni
just saying ..., it’s probably a good idea, if one has already downtime on his rig
• speaking for myself, I’m planning on doin it, once I’m able to continue my “spark-plug delete” project
DETOUR overnout
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I live in a rust belt area and removing the tank is super easy. Just cut the 7 bolts in fact they are so soft the rear ones I cut with a big set of lock cutters. The front bolts a bit harder but normally at least one of them gets dremeled off.
They are carriage bolts that you just drop in from the top and you buy in bulk.
I did look into this product when I first bought my Jeep and honestly if they were wider and also converted of access to the top of the shocks I'd be a tad bit more interested but dropping the tank is pretty easy at long as it isn't totally full.. And when the fuel pump goes its very possible you have a full tank.
They are carriage bolts that you just drop in from the top and you buy in bulk.
I did look into this product when I first bought my Jeep and honestly if they were wider and also converted of access to the top of the shocks I'd be a tad bit more interested but dropping the tank is pretty easy at long as it isn't totally full.. And when the fuel pump goes its very possible you have a full tank.
Nice!!I Agree with the “built not bought” motto
• At the same time we need to be considered of the folks who don’t have access to proper tools, space and knowledge or rather have it done by someone else. Ni
just saying ..., it’s probably a good idea, if one has already downtime on his rig
• speaking for myself, I’m planning on doin it, once I’m able to continue my “spark-plug delete” project
DETOUR overnout
~•lllllll•~
James Brewer
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Dropping the tank MAYBE easy, my pump went out in the middle of town about 30 miles from home...Ya it was pain the ass, so yes with my tank down I cut an access panel...It looks good I cut it pretty good and actually used the piece I cut out for the trap door welding some slats across the dips...fits perfect no rattle and I never have to drop my tank again...While I was at it...I replaced my tank with the 31.5 gallon tank from GENRIGHT...it's my favorite upgrade to date......500 miles on a tank...
James Brewer
Member
Actually he could have moved up about 2 inches and not cut that support that runs right at the back and still be able to get to his fuel pump and lines...OH and no KIT required, just a little know how and imagination...the slats were cut from a 50 gallon drum lid..I guess I could paint it or have it power coated....I'll seal it with silicone after that...
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