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General Category => Technical Discussion => Topic started by: 47SpcDlx on February 17, 2007, 04:02:17 PM

Title: How to remove gas tank plug on a 47 and Sta-Bil gas stabilizer
Post by: 47SpcDlx on February 17, 2007, 04:02:17 PM
I think I want to drain some 2 year old gas from my 47 and would like to know what tool can be used to remove the plug.

I put Stabil in the tank the last time I used the car (about two years ago) but the Stabil directions state the it keeps fuel fresh for up to twelve months.  My fuel looks a little like varnish.

Do you think I'm OK with the gas I have in the car?

Thanks,

Steve
Title: Re: How to remove gas tank plug on a 47 and Sta-Bil gas stabilizer
Post by: 52dodge on February 17, 2007, 05:28:23 PM
i HAVEN'T OWED A P-15 IN SOME YEARS BUT MY 52 DODGE PICK-UP TAKES A 3/4 RATCHET OR BREAKER JUST FINE.  Stabil will break down over time.  I don't take the discoloration of your gas as a good sign.  I would drain it if the car is going to sit.  Be sure to have plenty of ventilation an turn off anything that may cause sparks.
Title: Re: How to remove gas tank plug on a 47 and Sta-Bil gas stabilizer
Post by: 47SpcDlx on February 17, 2007, 05:37:35 PM
Mark,

Thanks for the reply. Duh, to look at the plug it almost looks like a torx fitting but a 1/2 inch rachet with an extention loosened it easily. 

I have been looking for a gas tank for years.  They are hard to come by.

Thanks again,

Steve

Title: Re: How to remove gas tank plug on a 47 and Sta-Bil gas stabilizer
Post by: 52dodge on February 19, 2007, 05:30:35 PM
Steve, Your right, it is a 1/2 inch ratchet.  I should remember that. I drained my Dodge only a month ago.
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