VW Beetle Gas Tank Removal! Beetle Fuel sending unit removal!

#vwbeetle #vwbeetlegastankremoval #aircooled #sladesvwbeetle #1968beetle #beetlefuelsendingunit
Check out my...Tshirts, And Apparel! Thank you!
www.bonfire.com/store/sladesb...
My Website:
sladesvwbeetle.com
Friends Website:
www.superbeetles.com
www.allaircooled.com/
5150mxVW
/ @5150mxvw
Heather Anns Haven
/ @heathershaven
Volkswagenplanet
/ @volkswagenplanet
BeetleOval 1955
/ @vwbeetleoval1955
Off Axis
/ offaxisbuilds

[@williamgeorge86]

Thanks for vídeo, Mr. Slades! I am from Brazil, i great fan for VW Bug.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

And thank you William, especially for leaving a comment and being part of it here.

[@FunFun-tv7gq]

Awesome video as usual 👍👍. Cheers from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks mate! And thank you so much for taking the time to comment!

[@penneywisetwocents8910]

Fantastically helpful.

[@jimmd53]

Thanks Slade, nice step by step visual instructions, slow and careful just what a lot of us part timers and retired old folk like me need. Keep up this series, my appetite is whetted. Also please consider using the original Throttle positioner and Altitude corrector. That makes a nice addition to a period correct Bug build restoration. Keep up the good work.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you James! I truly appreciate the kind words. I try to move slow when I’m doing the stuff, and film the best that I possibly can. Although I’m not what you would call a production company. 😁Just try to keep it plain and simple! Thank you so much.

[@fakhroo5]

I have a Beetle, made in Brazil, the fuel line is within and the same component of the fuel sender. Mechanical. The fuel line is not below the tank. Regards from Bahrain. Love u videos

[@juniorclassicvwbugs924]

The weather strip is a great idea. I too use some of it when I install my tanks. Take care brother.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks brother! Absolutely the weatherstrip keeps that squeaking noise from happening. Kind of puts a cushion in between. Keep up the good work on sunny!

[@2GuysandaBug]

That is very clean. Our 69' was left with about half a tank of fuel in it when it was parked 20+ years ago. The top of the tank was completely rusted through. We found a used one local which was a blessing. Keep up the good work love watching the process.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks very much! I truly appreciate the kind comment. Yeah sadly if they were filled it wouldn’t happen. The new ones aren’t nothing to get excited over, it’s nice when you can find an old original one.

[@backyardkombi5466]

These videos map out a lot of tasks on my “To-Do” list. Very helpful.

[@matthewmutch7853]

LOVE THE BUG!!!

[@williamtanner1372]

You made that look easy. Easier than mixing cement. That car is a very nice starting point.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks Williams! These cars really aren’t that bad to tinker with. I’m looking forward to your bus! Yeah concrete, I think she’s trying to kill me. 😁

[@glenalexander4661]

Thats my next project, replacing the fuel neck on my super Beetle. This video was right on time!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Outstanding! I always love it when my videos help others. My first whole series was on a super beetle, but it was a 73. I’m not sure what year yours is. I did a video on 73 and up super beetle fuel tank removal. Thanks for being here!

[@mikehammer4546]

Great job, you very fortunate that the 68’ is in good shape, it’ll make the restoration much easier 😎

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Mike! I hope you’ve been doing well. I’m very excited about this, it’s much more solid than I expected.

[@rustysuperbeetle3064]

I am surprised how well your upper braided fuel line looked when you pulled it off the tank. Mine upper braided lines were so dry rotted they broke as soon as I touched them the first time. The tank looks in good condition despite the fact it needs to be cleaned which is natural from sitting.... I need to replace for about $200 on my 74 super beetle. I have a charcoal canister on my 74 super beetle on the rear passenger side. Great video!!!!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks so much! I was actually surprised that the braided lines were still soft and manageable. They look original, I don’t believe they were replaced. I cleaned my super beetle tank out. I believe there’s a video on my channel here. They’re very expensive, of course I’m cheap to though. 😁 I didn’t use my charcoal canister, mine was completely shot. I’ve vented it just like the old school ones. I mentioned it in the video on my super beetle video. Here’s the video here. Honestly most of my stuff will relate to your super beetle. Unless it’s the front suspension of course. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJnEl5VnZt-JmZI

[@Volkswagenplanet]

This is why I put a fuel filter from the tank to the tunnel. Then I use another filter when the line comes out the tunnel, before the fuel lines goes to the pump. Just a tip. Great info video

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks my friend! Yes you can never have too much protection. I definitely don’t put one in the engine compartment any

[@domingomarbella2673]

Thanks...

[@SladesVWBeetle]

And thank you Domingo for taking the time to comment! Much more to come!

[@richdrenga7384]

Just started tearing down a '73 and this video (along with going back to the one's on your red super resto) answered my questions on what the hard line and bracket were under the rear passenger fender (the canister was long gone). I plan on eliminating all the cluster in the trunk and you just walked me through it! Thanks!! ps I just got my shirt yesterday, so I'll be rocking it in downeast Maine!!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

First of all thank you so much for taking the time to comment Rich! And thank you so much for buying some apparel to wear! I truly appreciate that. I will be doing stickers soon, everybody keeps asking. I think I better order some since that store doesn’t have them. I’m glad these videos are helpful to others, it truly makes me smile. If you would like, just go to my website and hit the Contacts section and send me an email. I can put your project on there in the members section, and update it as you work on it. Thank you so much for being here. sladesvwbeetle.com/

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

You got this! I have used hardware to swish around inside the fuel tank to loosen the debris.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you! Years ago I remember putting diesel fuel, kerosene I can’t remember now. And a bunch of bolts in the tank and started shaking it around.

[@gordondonahue4810]

My 71 had the charcoal canister. I vented my new tank the old school way. I couldn’t get a VDO sender. I wound up using the China knockoff. The extra loop of gas line makes things easier. I replaced the front fire wall and frame head.Also a front clip from the spare tire well forward. It’s a lot of work but the end result was worth it. Looking forward to your next vid.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Yes exactly, it’s easier to vent it the old-school way, the charcoal canisters are no longer available. I seen a few guys restore their charcoal canisters. But I kind of got lazy about that on my last project. 😁 Wow, you definitely did a lot of work. I admire that, especially the frame head. Unfortunately, a lot of the knock off stuff is garbage. The good days are gone for getting good parts. Unless we find used German. Thank you so much for being here, and thank you so much for taking the time to comment.

[@gordondonahue4810]

@@SladesVWBeetle I tried to keep as much of the original sheet metal as possible. But your right the replacement parts leave a lot to be desired. The VW parts houses have started putting disclaimers in their parts descriptions about fit and quality.

[@antoniorivera6187]

Nice job 👍🏻👍🏻can’t wait to see the rest of the whole entire restoration 😁take care

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Antonio, and thank you so much for being part of the community here!

[@pstreetgarage7304]

Nice job on the tank removal. Good description. Look fwd to your next vid 👍👍👍

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks my friend! That’s kind of odd I just came from your channel, and then you posted here before I seen it. 😁

[@royworks28]

Wow that beetle is in great shape

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks brother, actually I was shocked since I’m Northeast. I expected it to be in much worse condition.

[@eugenebaroni1298]

Nice job 👍 tanks in pretty good condition. Really appreciate your videos. Keep them coming have a great week 😊

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks Eugene! I truly appreciate the kind words. Honestly it’s in better condition than I thought it would be.

[@TheWhitetailrancher]

I just can't get over what a great ar you found to work with! that one is really going yo be a great one when you get her done! I'm lovin watching the process! your crushin it brother!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks brother, I truly appreciate it! I’m excited about the process, I really like the old-school VWs!

[@OFFAxisBuilds]

Great video man. That tank looks solid.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks Dennis! The tank is nice and solid, I’m just gonna have to make sure I get all of that rust out of there.

[@oldtanker4860]

Yep screw guns are awesome! I can't live without mine. ;) I would liked to see how you cleaned it. That was kind of nasty in there.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

I used the Evap Rust! It came in a 1 gallon can from Oreillys. It actually works quite well.

[@dubworldvwadventures]

That car is clean. And that tank is in great shape! Not sure if you are doing it, but I would replace all of the tank hoses to take care of potential leaks and/or fuel smell.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks my friend! The car is fairly solid. Oh I’m definitely replacing every single thing just like I did on the last project.

[@wimnijs9029]

2 years ago i changed mine to a new one after a major fuel leak. Under the tank several tiny little rustholes xp

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Yes, that is one of my concerns. I’m going to go over the tank very well before I decide to use it. Thank you for commenting.

[@5150mxVW]

all this tank talk , did you see that firewall 😁

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Haha! The firewall seems pretty nice! I’ll be cleaning it up and painting it!

[@davegiller5303]

As always slade, great little video, keep up the good work man

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Dave! And thanks for taking the time to comment I truly appreciate that.

[@davegiller5303]

@@SladesVWBeetle my pleasure

[@m-c-m-]

Great video. No short cuts or editing around the time consuming parts. Where in PA are you?

[@superbear617]

Nice job! I very much appreciate your strong preference for reusing old (original) parts if at all possible. I am very interested to see how you get that clogged and rusty fuel tank clean!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks very much I truly appreciate the kind words. I try to use as many original German parts as possible. They are truly the best! We will get it all cleaned up together, and make this a really nice project.

[@lukemears9171]

Bet that smelled wonderful

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Honestly, it smelled exactly like old varnish. Oddly enough, it reminds me of being at the junkyard with my father when I was young. 🙄

[@sydlewis1892]

My tank was unusually rust free. I have some questions about engine i will pm you later if thats 👌? What a great looking car you found!!!!!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Wow, you were very lucky. I’ll get this one cleaned up, I almost expected it. I do believe it was sitting for about 40 years. Sure send me a PM when you would like. You can go to my website, and click the Contact section. And send me an email. sladesvwbeetle.com/

[@sydlewis1892]

@@SladesVWBeetle can you put the link up for the new braided hose? I think it is 5.5 mm and i haven't been able to find it. TIA.

[@jpaul6624]

Nice beetle. I have a ‘68 that I’m currently restoring and im stuck on the fuel neck. What is the main fuel filler neck center elbow part made of? I can’t find the part for sale anywhere.

[@blakewaddell451]

Another great video Slades. I took the tank off mine last year took all of the old gas out. Didn’t inspect anything that attaches to it though I just wanted to check how the underneath was. Man I wish I had a garage every time I watch your videos lol.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks Blake! So many more videos to come on this project. I’m very excited about it. Yeah it’s good to take a look at them to make sure they’re OK. I like my garage I just wished it was bigger. But then again sometimes I’m very thankful to have a garage. I went the bigger part of my life without one.

[@blakewaddell451]

@@SladesVWBeetle glad to hear. Finally cleaning out some of the junk in my basement so I can have a work area in there with all of my shop equipment.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

There you go! It doesn’t take long to fill in the area up. It seems my garage got filled up quickly.

[@blakewaddell451]

@@SladesVWBeetle Yes lol. I also might be switching from automotive to diesel mechanic. I applied for a position as a diesel mechanic fixing big trucks like my dad drives. We will see I might do it and might not. Hopefully I will get tons of money and fix my projects lol.

[@susanstone9068]

tab is for the water bottle hose window washer✌

[@RJLM330]

Slade just watched you tank removal I’m about to do that on my 71 SB You said to save the original German ones which I have. Do you have a tutorial on how to remove them And I’m assuming that they are reusable.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

On my playlist under gas tank, there is one from me installing one on a super beetle so it would show the same procedure though. I’m actually working on mine tomorrow and filming trying to get the old gas tank varnish out of it.

[@thebadbug7026]

Love the multiple cameras!! I didn’t realize they went to the side fill so early. What will you use to clean out the inside of the tank? I’m not sure if I need to do that as I haven’t pulled the sending unit yet.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks, I like using two cameras seems more fun to watch 😁 I’m going to use evaporust, seems to work well. That’ll be an upcoming video of course 😁

[@rachelcaudle592]

I cant get my filler neck out if the tank beck. There's not enough room to shift the tank enough to get the 2 apart. Any ideas?

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Try and see if you can remove the hose. As in trusting it!

[@VWBEETLEOVAL1955]

Nice removal and overall a good tank to work with. Do you clean that tar with evaporust?

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks my friend! Truthfully the tank is nice and solid. That’s exactly what I’m gonna do with it. We will see how it comes out. Hopefully good

[@crankbait09]

What kind of wire wheel are you using to clean your parts, so it doesn't ruin the surface

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Depending on the parts, if it’s nuts and bolts….etc….just a standard wire wheel. If they’re delicate parts, I often use a brass wire wheel.

[@galencurrington8704]

That looks like an early 68 with an oval inlet hose on the tank. They started canisters in 70.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks for taking the time to comment. Actually you nailed it, it’s a May/68.I went to look on the door pillar, but they didn’t use stickers on them yet. So I ran the Vin number.

[@mperez5920]

Hello slade, I am a first timer on restoring my bug and I really could use your help. Your videos are a great help to my project. I would like to know about this venture hose which is attached to the T on the fuel tank. I want to order it but don't know the diameter size on that particular part, can you help? That vent hose goes around the tank onto the other side of the tank and down under. I hope I've explained it ok.

[@mperez5920]

That should read, vent hose and not venture oops.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Absolutely, just go to Wolfsburg west, and they have a little chart on their page, like a diagram. You can tap on the little numbers for what you need and it will show you the hose. Or I should say vent hose. Link below: www.wolfsburgwest.com/wolfsburg_new/fuelsystem/index.cfm

[@superbear617]

Hmmmmmm, can new fuel lines be far behind? Or can you clean them out, too?? We'll find out!!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks for taking the time to comment. I’ll be cleaning the fuel line and showing the process on how to get it really clean, especially the one inside the tunnel.

[@iamasmurf1122]

i doubt the fuel tank would go boom if that venting hose is not connected , as you can see if its not connected it will vent anyway just not out the bottom of the car , chances are though you will smell petrol in the cabin as it wont be venting to a clear place as for it going BOOM not at all likely

[@SladesVWBeetle]

It surely would vent into the cabin. I got some photos from a friend. His was not vented, and the tank swelled. Truly surprised me!

[@RJLM330]

Forgot to mention they are the crimp style clamp

[@SladesVWBeetle]

I just snipped those like I did in this video when I removed them. And then I just put new clamps on.

[@TheWhitetailrancher]

Still can't find the stickers. where are you hidin them?

[@SladesVWBeetle]

The store only has apparel unfortunately. I’m actually ordering the stickers this Friday. And I’ll be shipping them directly from my house. I wanted high-quality vinyl die cut stickers.

[@raunylima3863]

What's a good way to clean them? Thank you!!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Always check the playlist tab. I have an index for a quick way to find what DIY video you need! Here’s the link below kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5bHgYekrddkhbc

[@raunylima3863]

@@SladesVWBeetle thank you!

[@Paulman50]

That one didn't have the reserve tap on the bottom.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

No actually it didn’t. This is the early 68, I don’t know if that matters. This car seems to have a lot less than my 73 did on it. Much less!

[@Boeing767DriverAA]

Is there a part 2 to this video Slade?

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Not as of yet. Was there something I can help you with? That could be about a month off.

[@Boeing767DriverAA]

@@SladesVWBeetle Have a 78 SB and I replaced the tank for new I also ordered a new sender the first one was similar to the original from Cip1 a Mexico model. I dont know if I installed it improperly or what because the fuel gauge would only register 1/2 full whether the tank was full or low. I assume I must be touching one of the tank baffles. Anyways I ordered a new sender from Germany slightly different design. Im being told from some ppl that I should install the sender at the 6:00 position and rotate clockwise to about the 10:00. Earlier models were 4:00 position I guess.

[@johnbucklerfarms]

What was the Gallon of Rust remover you got from Oriellys?

[@SladesVWBeetle]

That was the Evapo Rust. Works great!

[@johnbucklerfarms]

Thanks I saved my Jug -A Pint but yes it worked great

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Honestly it works much better than I expected it to.

[@johnfreeman1189]

Thanks for another great video! Showing the tips and tricks of the disassembly is much appreciated!! (0\_/0)

[@SladesVWBeetle]

And thank you for being her John, and especially taking the time out to comment. I hope that you have a beautiful day.