Replacing fuel tank

[Joe]

I need to replace the fuel tank on my 82 GMC Shortbox. It has a TBI motor that might be from a different truck.

I know I need to replace the tank and straps... what else should I do when I'm in there?

Thanks

 

[89Suburban]

What about the fuel sending unit and seal? This place has good pricing. Also clean your ground wire while under there. Also I'd check/replace any rubber connection lines and clamps.

http://www.tanks-to-pans.com/

 

[MrMarty51]

Some people say yes,some people say no,but,My personal experience is to pull the box.By doing that,all the connections can be thoroughly cleaned before any disconnections and it could save allowing a bunch of dirt to enter into the fueling system.
As HRPC once stated,two tough guy,or,four sissies,is all it takes to lift the box and set it onto a couple of saw horses,My personal experience,also,is,unhook the ground strap to fuel filler neck before lifting the box.please do`nt ask Me how I know this.