Simple Tank Lift question
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Simple Tank Lift question
Hey all !
I've just ordered the HARLEY ROCKER C TANK LIFT KIT FXCW 2008-2009 on ebay, the 2" one.
My question is... can I install this kit even if my tank is full of fuel ?
Thanks in advance !
I've just ordered the HARLEY ROCKER C TANK LIFT KIT FXCW 2008-2009 on ebay, the 2" one.
My question is... can I install this kit even if my tank is full of fuel ?
Thanks in advance !
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Get the siphon hose out, you need to pull the fuel lines and make them longer to lift the tank.
Here is the excert from the ad.
TANK LIFT KIT INCLUDES:
2 TANK LIFT MOUNTING TABS
1 EXTRA LONG GAS LINE
2 STAINLESS STEEL HOSE CLAMPS
STAINLESS STEEL MOUNTING HARDWARE
STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS
If they give you longer hose then your going to need to drain the tank.
Do it outside the garage, trust me on that one. Do not try to drain it inside.
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Here is the excert from the ad.
TANK LIFT KIT INCLUDES:
2 TANK LIFT MOUNTING TABS
1 EXTRA LONG GAS LINE
2 STAINLESS STEEL HOSE CLAMPS
STAINLESS STEEL MOUNTING HARDWARE
STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS
If they give you longer hose then your going to need to drain the tank.
Do it outside the garage, trust me on that one. Do not try to drain it inside.
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Ohhhh I thought I didn't have to make the fuel lines longer with a 2" lift ? Maybe I misread.
And for the siphon hose... I think I'll need to do some search or order the service manual, since I'm zero in that domain and I don't know where it is (in the tank?)
If I have to drain the tank, I'll follow your advice and do it outside, but I'll have to wait a 3 to 4 month to do it, since now my ride is stored in the living room for winter.
And for the siphon hose... I think I'll need to do some search or order the service manual, since I'm zero in that domain and I don't know where it is (in the tank?)
If I have to drain the tank, I'll follow your advice and do it outside, but I'll have to wait a 3 to 4 month to do it, since now my ride is stored in the living room for winter.
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Hahaah Dennyo, I wish I had one spinner stand hahahah
Ehhh sorry for my ignorance... but what is OL ? The only thing that come in my mind is Old Lady hahahahah, but I doubt it Hihihhi
Have a great holiday !
Ehhh sorry for my ignorance... but what is OL ? The only thing that come in my mind is Old Lady hahahahah, but I doubt it
HihihhiHave a great holiday !
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Ohhhh I thought I didn't have to make the fuel lines longer with a 2" lift ? Maybe I misread.
And for the siphon hose... I think I'll need to do some search or order the service manual, since I'm zero in that domain and I don't know where it is (in the tank?)
If I have to drain the tank, I'll follow your advice and do it outside, but I'll have to wait a 3 to 4 month to do it, since now my ride is stored in the living room for winter.
And for the siphon hose... I think I'll need to do some search or order the service manual, since I'm zero in that domain and I don't know where it is (in the tank?)
If I have to drain the tank, I'll follow your advice and do it outside, but I'll have to wait a 3 to 4 month to do it, since now my ride is stored in the living room for winter.
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I used the same 2" kit. I didn't replace the fuel lines (a must on my bike if I had bought the 3") & had no issues with fuel in tank. If the tank is full you probably need a set of extra hands & check the existing fuel line during install.
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