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05-28-2010, 12:02 PM | #1 |
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Gas Guage Problem
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How does the 1929 Model A gas guage work? It's in the tank. Is it a cantilevered float? Mine has just started to read 0 (or empty) even with the tank full. If it's a cantilevered float, the float may have sprung a leak and filled with gas? I don't suppose there is a simple remedy? Jim |
05-28-2010, 12:15 PM | #2 |
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Re: Gas Guage Problem
there is a simple remedy lower your fuel level to below the guage. use the special tools to remove the guage/float assy. install a new neoprene or cork float and your good to go. get the les andrews repair book will help u greatly for this and other repairs
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05-28-2010, 12:19 PM | #3 |
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Re: Gas Guage Problem
Jim,
It's not that bad of a job, you probley just need a new float, im doing mine now. you need to order a part's catalog from [snyder's or mike's "A" ford-able] it's free, they both have good pic's of what you will need to do and the parts you need, you must have less then a 1/4 tank of fuel before you remove the guage and float. this subj. is being discussed on AHOOGA'S message board now. you should ck. it out, good luck. |
05-28-2010, 12:21 PM | #4 |
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Re: Gas Guage Problem
I take it your reply agrees with my assessment of the problem. I thank you very much for the advice. I see no problem in being able to accomplish the repair. I was afraid someone was going to tell me to remove the gas tank! Ugh.
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05-28-2010, 12:28 PM | #5 |
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Re: Gas Guage Problem
If you are going to install a new face plate as part of removing / installing the gas gauge, be sure you take off the protective film first!
Don't aske me how I know! Steve |
05-28-2010, 01:15 PM | #6 |
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05-28-2010, 01:30 PM | #7 |
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Re: Gas Guage Problem
DO make sure your battery is OFF or Didconnected before proceeding.
Have the tank 3/4 empty. Get the high quality tools. The aluminum ones aren't adequate. You may have to use some acetone or lacquer thinner to disolve eighty years of varnish on the threads. Its EASY to do the job. Use a neoprene cork since the wooden cork one will sink in the future. |
05-28-2010, 01:38 PM | #8 |
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Re: Gas Guage Problem
Follow advice as above, but first disconnect your battery. My outer ring wrench requires me to pull the instrument panel first, and I sure don't want any electrical sparks while I'm working on the gas tank.
Clean all threads and mating surfaces thoroughly, as well as the glass. I stick with original style cork gaskets, as I had a neoprene set turn into black goo due to E10 fumes one winter. I've had good luck, however, with the neoprene float. This is one of those simple, rewarding maintenance chores. In addition to owning a set of the special gauge removal tools, you might want to keep a spare set of gaskets on hand. Let us know how you make out. |
05-28-2010, 01:40 PM | #9 |
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Re: Gas Guage Problem
Oops! Bruce posted while I was replying. Looks like we're all in agreement on this one.
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