adamsdaddy
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2016 4x4 XLT with a dead fuel pump. Crank no start, all fuses are good. It is parked on our drive way which is at a steep angle. Tank is 2/3 full which likely means a 170 lb tank with fuel moving around. I've tried siphoning out the gas with tubing as small as 1/8" but I just can't get it past the check ball. Mechanic quoted $350 labor so I'm debating whether to attempt lowering the tank by using tie downs or just give up and have it towed to the mechanic. Supposedly the fittings are quite difficult, requiring blind reaching, pushing with fingers, twisting and then pulling. I've successfully replaced blower motors, starters, power window motors, and disk brakes but I've also failed at motor mount installation and failed at replacing drum brakes.
Any actual experience with dropping a fuel tank out of an expedition would be appreciated. I've watched YouTube videos and they all have lifts or managed to get the fuel out.
Any actual experience with dropping a fuel tank out of an expedition would be appreciated. I've watched YouTube videos and they all have lifts or managed to get the fuel out.