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mwhitnee · 07-10-2014, 04:45 PM

Hi guys starting my build. ARH LTH headers in the car!! Kind of a hard job but came out great.

I need some instructions on how to drop the tank. I just don't want to break anything taking it down. I did not see it in the DIY section.

Thanks a lot- Mike

LSX Camaro · 07-10-2014, 05:21 PM

Have you considered cutting a hole under the rear seat? It's been done a lot.

That_Guy · 07-10-2014, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LSX Camaro

Have you considered cutting a hole under the rear seat? It's been done a lot.

What he said

Iam Broke · 07-10-2014, 06:56 PM

Start here...

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=256182&page=2

2012LS3VERT · 07-10-2014, 07:03 PM

I cut the trap door, but only because I didn't want to drop the cradle. If your cradle is dropped, I'd drop the tank. I can't remember exactly how, but I did one in a 2010 a few years ago. Here is the instructions from the LPE fuel pump setup, they go into good detail. If I can make the attachment work...

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/attach...0&d=1382921450

2012LS3VERT · 07-10-2014, 07:04 PM

And make sure the tank is almost empty.

Birm · 07-11-2014, 08:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2012LS3VERT

And make sure the tank is almost empty.

^^^^ THIS ^^^^

uniqueskillz · 07-11-2014, 12:36 PM

Id cut a whole under the rear passanger seat. but +1 on making sure the tank is almost empty if you drop the rear...lol

2012LS3VERT · 07-11-2014, 01:08 PM

I did cut the hole also, but the pump is below the highest level of the tank, so I was at a little over 1/2 tank and when I popped the.lock ring loose fuel came spilling out.

Iam Broke · 07-11-2014, 02:14 PM

Yes, it needs to be under a 1/4 tank too. I had the same issue the first time.

blake-b · 07-11-2014, 02:16 PM

Personally, I'd cut the hole also.

But, if you want to drop the cradle, use these instructions:
http://www.pfadtracing.com/blog/wp-c...stallation.pdf
as they are very detailed and go step by step. Obviously, you can ignore the subframe bushings part.

After it's lowered or out, you have access to the lines and hoses for the tank. You will have to disconnect lines, etc from the tank and cannister. You will need tools to separate some of the lines. They are the same style used to undo the factory fuel rails.

Then there are 4 bolts that hold the tank straps to the body.

It isn't hard, just takes time.

07-10-2014, 04:45 PM	#1
mwhitnee Drives: 2012 Camaro SS/RS convertible Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 133	cradle dropped, replacing fuel pump, need help... Hi guys starting my build. ARH LTH headers in the car!! Kind of a hard job but came out great. I need some instructions on how to drop the tank. I just don't want to break anything taking it down. I did not see it in the DIY section. Thanks a lot- Mike

07-10-2014, 05:21 PM	#2
LSX Camaro Master ASE, GM, LSX Tech. Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,034	Have you considered cutting a hole under the rear seat? It's been done a lot. __________________ 2010 2SSRS A6, Custom Pat G. Cam, WCCH Cylinder Heads, Kooks Headers/Exhaust, BTR Valvetrain, Fluidampr 25% UDP, All Engine ARP bolts, Flex-a-lite radiator/Trans cooler, Yank converter, PFADT Suspension, ADM Race Intake/Scoop, Torq tow hook, CFD auto shifter, Dynojet AFR gauge, Aeroforce scan gauge, Brake Performance rotors/pads Prothane bushings, ZL1 wheels, spoiler, Z/28 wickerbill, 1LE Aero/Suspension Package, Anderson Composites COPO Carbon Fiber Hood, LED lighting, Elite Catch Can, Improved Racing oil pan baffle, crank scraper, windage tray 480 RWHP 452 RWTQ + Nitrous Express 150 Shot

07-10-2014, 06:56 PM	#4
Iam Broke PHAT B33 Drives: 2012 TF3 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Dark of the Moon Posts: 1,460 View My Garage	Start here... http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=256182&page=2 __________________ Another 1 of 371 '12 T3 LS3 M6's built.

07-11-2014, 02:14 PM	#10
Iam Broke PHAT B33 Drives: 2012 TF3 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Dark of the Moon Posts: 1,460 View My Garage	Yes, it needs to be under a 1/4 tank too. I had the same issue the first time. __________________ Another 1 of 371 '12 T3 LS3 M6's built.

07-10-2014, 07:03 PM	#5
2012LS3VERT Drives: 2012 2SSRS Vert, Black w/M6 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Montgomery, AL Posts: 1,265	I cut the trap door, but only because I didn't want to drop the cradle. If your cradle is dropped, I'd drop the tank. I can't remember exactly how, but I did one in a 2010 a few years ago. Here is the instructions from the LPE fuel pump setup, they go into good detail. If I can make the attachment work... http://www.camaro5.com/forums/attach...0&d=1382921450

07-10-2014, 07:04 PM	#6
2012LS3VERT Drives: 2012 2SSRS Vert, Black w/M6 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Montgomery, AL Posts: 1,265	And make sure the tank is almost empty.

07-11-2014, 12:36 PM	#8
uniqueskillz Drives: ETMC built 700+hp Twin Turbo LS3 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Killeen, TX Posts: 682	Id cut a whole under the rear passanger seat. but +1 on making sure the tank is almost empty if you drop the rear...lol

07-11-2014, 01:08 PM	#9
2012LS3VERT Drives: 2012 2SSRS Vert, Black w/M6 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Montgomery, AL Posts: 1,265	I did cut the hole also, but the pump is below the highest level of the tank, so I was at a little over 1/2 tank and when I popped the.lock ring loose fuel came spilling out.

07-11-2014, 02:16 PM	#11
blake-b Drives: 2009 ZR1 Join Date: May 2010 Location: KCMO Posts: 3,205	Personally, I'd cut the hole also. But, if you want to drop the cradle, use these instructions: http://www.pfadtracing.com/blog/wp-c...stallation.pdf as they are very detailed and go step by step. Obviously, you can ignore the subframe bushings part. After it's lowered or out, you have access to the lines and hoses for the tank. You will have to disconnect lines, etc from the tank and cannister. You will need tools to separate some of the lines. They are the same style used to undo the factory fuel rails. Then there are 4 bolts that hold the tank straps to the body. It isn't hard, just takes time.