Ealier in the week, i observed the variouse compenents of the fuek tank.
After disassembly, we we tried to find the best way bring the tank into good condition.
A quote from a shop to coat the overly rusted tank, and replacing the steel vent line seemed the best way to go.
But after further research, don found an auto recycler from the southern states that could provide the same gas model fuel tank of the isuzu trooper, and in good condition with almost no rust, for lower cost.
When the tank arrived yesterday, i removed all the ripped off lines and clamps, prepairing it for new ones.
i needed to find a way to remove the pump its self and find a new method to retrofit it into a pickup, as the diesel engine does not require a pump.
When i removed the pump from its bracket, the steel lines it was attached too floated about 5 inches from the base, so we got a rubber fuel line, in place of the pump, and cut it to float about an inch from the base of the tank so left over debris and heavy gunk would not be sucked from the botton. After a clamping and simple tiestrap fitment, the retrofitment is complete.
The tank is being reassembled and will be connected in a later stage of the diesel conversion.
Oct 5th edit:
Continued on preperation for fuel tank. I got under the car and removed the 2 fuel lines. The vent line was left in place just in case it would be needed, but if it wont be neccisary, it will be removed aswell.
