2011 3.3 Gallon Tank Swap
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2011 3.3 Gallon Tank Swap
Disclaimer: I'm a new harley owner and a complete layman
So I recently picked up a 3.3 gallon gas tank, coil & ignition relocation, 2" tank lift and some tape for wire tuck for my 2011 48. I need some help making sure I do everything properly.
1. When doing the swap, I understand that the fuel pump on the new tank will be on the opposite side of the current tank? If so, do I need to use a longer fuel line or will the stock one be sufficient?
2. I will be painting the tank myself. Do I need to seal the tank or at least check to make sure it's sealed? If so, any tips/tutorial/thread on how to properly do it would be great.
3. I currently have a basic twist off RSD gas cap, will I have to purchase a new one or should mine work?
4. Should I change/swap any part of the fuel pump (filter, gasket etc.) while I have it opened?
5. Where can I find any of the additional items I'll need?
I've already found a sufficient tutorial for the coil & ignition relocation + wire tuck. I'm mostly concerned about swapping the gas tank and not messing anything up.
Any tips or links to tutorials, threads, and youtube videos are greatly appreciated!
So I recently picked up a 3.3 gallon gas tank, coil & ignition relocation, 2" tank lift and some tape for wire tuck for my 2011 48. I need some help making sure I do everything properly.
1. When doing the swap, I understand that the fuel pump on the new tank will be on the opposite side of the current tank? If so, do I need to use a longer fuel line or will the stock one be sufficient?
2. I will be painting the tank myself. Do I need to seal the tank or at least check to make sure it's sealed? If so, any tips/tutorial/thread on how to properly do it would be great.
3. I currently have a basic twist off RSD gas cap, will I have to purchase a new one or should mine work?
4. Should I change/swap any part of the fuel pump (filter, gasket etc.) while I have it opened?
5. Where can I find any of the additional items I'll need?
I've already found a sufficient tutorial for the coil & ignition relocation + wire tuck. I'm mostly concerned about swapping the gas tank and not messing anything up.
Any tips or links to tutorials, threads, and youtube videos are greatly appreciated!
Last edited by DMan4968; 02-28-2018 at 05:21 PM.
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Disclaimer: I'm a new harley owner and a complete layman
So I recently picked up a 3.3 gallon gas tank, coil & ignition relocation, 2" tank lift and some tape for wire tuck for my 2011 48. I need some help making sure I do everything properly.
1. When doing the swap, I understand that the fuel pump on the new tank will be on the opposite side of the current tank? If so, do I need to use a longer fuel line or will the stock one be sufficient?
2. I will be painting the tank myself. Do I need to seal the tank or at least check to make sure it's sealed? If so, any tips/tutorial/thread on how to properly do it would be great.
3. I currently have a basic twist off RSD gas cap, will I have to purchase a new one or should mine work?
4. Should I change/swap any part of the fuel pump (filter, gasket etc.) while I have it opened?
5. Where can I find any of the additional items I'll need?
I've already found a sufficient tutorial for the coil & ignition relocation + wire tuck. I'm mostly concerned about swapping the gas tank and not messing anything up.
Any tips or links to tutorials, threads, and youtube videos are greatly appreciated!
So I recently picked up a 3.3 gallon gas tank, coil & ignition relocation, 2" tank lift and some tape for wire tuck for my 2011 48. I need some help making sure I do everything properly.
1. When doing the swap, I understand that the fuel pump on the new tank will be on the opposite side of the current tank? If so, do I need to use a longer fuel line or will the stock one be sufficient?
2. I will be painting the tank myself. Do I need to seal the tank or at least check to make sure it's sealed? If so, any tips/tutorial/thread on how to properly do it would be great.
3. I currently have a basic twist off RSD gas cap, will I have to purchase a new one or should mine work?
4. Should I change/swap any part of the fuel pump (filter, gasket etc.) while I have it opened?
5. Where can I find any of the additional items I'll need?
I've already found a sufficient tutorial for the coil & ignition relocation + wire tuck. I'm mostly concerned about swapping the gas tank and not messing anything up.
Any tips or links to tutorials, threads, and youtube videos are greatly appreciated!
I swapped the tank on my 2012 48 to a 4.5 gallon tank and the fuel pump was in the same location as the stock tank but I did purchase the tank from the dealer. I may be wrong but I don't see why it would be any different for a 2011. The tank did come with a bit longer fuel line and a new gasket for the fuel pump but I just left the stock fuel line and gasket on and had no issues at all. I still have that bit longer fuel line and brand new gasket if you need and want them let me know. Good luck
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I swapped the tank on my 2012 48 to a 4.5 gallon tank and the fuel pump was in the same location as the stock tank but I did purchase the tank from the dealer. I may be wrong but I don't see why it would be any different for a 2011. The tank did come with a bit longer fuel line and a new gasket for the fuel pump but I just left the stock fuel line and gasket on and had no issues at all. I still have that bit longer fuel line and brand new gasket if you need and want them let me know. Good luck
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Of all the aftermarket tanks (3.3 gal) I have seen the pump is in the stock location. I do not know of any that come already sealed, you would have to use a sealer (Kreem is what I use) I have the Biker's Choice 3.3 gal on mine, it's made in Taiwan, I wet sanded it, used etching primer then satin black spray can, after I sealed the tank. I have not had any issues with the tank in performance or fitment.
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