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Old Jan 22, 2011 | 08:17 PM
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Fuel Tank Sending Unit Replacement

I have removed the rear fuel tank so I can replace the sending unit. When I took the old unit out I noticed that it was horribly filthy, as well as there was NO filter on it. Now that the tank is out it got me to wondering if I should maybe take it somewhere and have the inside cleaned out super good. I am also wondering what the possibility of having gunk in my fuel lines considering there was no filter on the sending unit. Is it a bad idea to hook up an air compressor and try and blow out the fuel lines? I read a thread somewhere here where it was recommended to take the tank to a radiator shop. I think I am going to re-use the filler and air hose, they appear to be fine. On the other hand maybe it is a good idea to just replace them since the tank is out. Any ideas/suggestions? Thanks.

My truck is a 1979 F-250 XLT Ranger 4x4 with 400 c.i. and manual transmission
 
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