pcutt

The search function yields no results, so here ya go.....

I have a raw fuel smell in the cabin of my '86 NA so I want to replace the fuel tank level sending unit gasket. I'm having trouble removing the retaining ring, though.

Here's what I'm doing:
- Removed carpet and small adhesive-backed pad
- Removed electrical connector
- Removed gas cap (to equalize pressure)
- Using leather gloves to give me good grip, I've attempted to unscrew the retaining ring (CCW, natch, but even going CW to "break" the seal didn't help).
- The sheet metal of the cargo area floor is keeping me from getting a good grip

Any suggestions?

Thanks!

pcutt

Ok, I can report success. I ended up using a oil filter wrench and that took care of it.

Funn944

Use a big strap wrench, are you sure it's that gasket or possibly the rubber filler tube joint, leaky fuel line around the filter ?

dnwong

I have noticed that raw fuel smell in my car too. Did changing the gasket solve the problem? Any other sources for gas leak?