RE: IML: 1960 gas tank removal...advice wanted
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RE: IML: 1960 gas tank removal...advice wanted



cut the studs, if you cut the strap u still have studs that the nuts wont come off.


From: "Tom Scott" <shelbyguy@xxxxxxx>

I went out this morning to replace the gas tank on my 60 4dr with a real nice replacement tank I purchased from Lowell Howe ( Imperial Saviour extrordinaire!!) I have been soaking the studs/nuts with penetrating oil for about 2 days now. Didn't matter, can't get the nuts off. I tried a nut buster, but not enough room to get it in position. If I put too much torque on the not, the mounting brackets that are welded onto the frame start twisting. I don't want to break those tabs off. Can anyone comment on the path of least resistance? I think my options are:
1-  cut the straps
2-  cut the studs
I don't know what's easier to get replace, the studs or the straps. I'm sure somebody has been down this road before.
Thanx
Tom
60 Crown Southampton.




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