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Fuel tank straps and going home
Test fitting fuel tank
Soaking the fuel tank gasket in oil
Overspray removed from gas cap release
Passing the wire routing string through carrier
  Test fitting gas tank and carrier.jpg - Test fitting the fuel tank and the spare tire rack prior to polishing. I think I will securely mount the rack to prove the entire installation before removing it for polish. The tank must be tilted somewhat upright to lean against the bulkhead pads properly and so the tire rack nuts will clear the tank surface without marring the finish on the face of the tank.  
Test fitting the fuel tank
Holes drilled for spare tire rack and fuel tank
Drawing bolts in
Temporary bolts in place
Interference between tire rack and tank

38 | Test fitting the fuel tank and the spare tire rack prior to polishing. I think I will securely mount the rack to prove the entire installation before removing it for polish. The tank must be tilted somewhat upright to lean against the bulkhead pads properly and so the tire rack nuts will clear the tank surface without marring the finish on the face of the tank. Download
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