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Old 06-15-2019, 08:17 PM
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Gas tank internal brace removal

I'm putting a series 2 pump and siphon in my series one tank and the white internal brace on the right side is different. This image is the series 2 brace which has clips for the siphon tube to keep it in place, the series 1 brace does not have these clips. I'd like to swap them. Has anyone removed these pieces or are they integral to the tank construction?

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That’s the float. It comes out with a 1/4 turn twist. I’m not sure if the S2 float is compatible with the S1 though. I never compared the ohm output signal spec before. Honestly, I’d question whether you need to worry about having that clip.
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Thanks,

I don't use the float on that side so no concern there. Without the siphon hose clips the pickup does not sit flush with the bottom of the tank.

I'll twist tomorrow.

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Just take some stainless safety wire and tie it to the S1 float stand regardless.
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