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Old Apr 21, 2010 | 11:52 AM
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55 Fuel Sending Unit Mounting Position

When I removed the fuel sending unit on my 55 and discovered my rotted-out float, I did not pay attention as to what position the rod needs to point inside the tank. Considering the shape of the tank, my guess is 6 o-clock position. I would appreciate it if someone could confirm this.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2010 | 12:58 PM
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If I'm not mistaken, the holes on the sender will only allow you to install it in one place.

But if that is wrong, I beleive it needs to be mounted parallel with the length of the tank with the float aft.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2010 | 01:34 PM
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Thanks once again Julie! Although I know the unit grounds to the tank, I think it would it be a good idea to run an extra ground wire under one the mounting screws to the frame.
 
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Thanks once again Julie! Although I know the unit grounds to the tank, I think it would it be a good idea to run an extra ground wire under one the mounting screws to the frame.
It certainly won't hurt anything - that's for sure!
 
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