Jim Powell
07-18-2001, 08:34 AM
Need some advice.
The fuel gauge on my 1998 22 Classic stopped working late last fall. I have checked the gauge and wiring harness and they seem to be OK. So, I am assuming that the sending unit has gone bad. If this is correct, here is my problem: I can get to the sending unit via the deck storage area through a round access port for the fuel shut-off valve. The only problem is that the sending unit is off-set by 4-5 inches from the access port and there is limited space under the deck. Even if I can get the mounting screws out, I have serious doubts that I can get the old unit out or a new unit in via the access port. The only solution I can think of is to cut away a portion of the decking around the acess port to get a strait shot at the unit. I really don't want to go to this extream, but I can't see any other options if I want a working fuel gauge.
Anyone out there had to deal with this situation or can you offer any advice.
Thanks,
Jim
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The fuel gauge on my 1998 22 Classic stopped working late last fall. I have checked the gauge and wiring harness and they seem to be OK. So, I am assuming that the sending unit has gone bad. If this is correct, here is my problem: I can get to the sending unit via the deck storage area through a round access port for the fuel shut-off valve. The only problem is that the sending unit is off-set by 4-5 inches from the access port and there is limited space under the deck. Even if I can get the mounting screws out, I have serious doubts that I can get the old unit out or a new unit in via the access port. The only solution I can think of is to cut away a portion of the decking around the acess port to get a strait shot at the unit. I really don't want to go to this extream, but I can't see any other options if I want a working fuel gauge.
Anyone out there had to deal with this situation or can you offer any advice.
Thanks,
Jim
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