Is there a secret I should know when replacing the fuel sending unit in my 1972 CougarXR7.

1972 MERCURY COUGAR
81,000 MILES
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JLYANT
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Just bought the unit and thought I'd ask about pitfalls prior to running into them.
Oct 24, 2011 at 8:16 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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no, just be careful removing the unit as you can bend the rod easily and that will make the readings wrong. use a new seal when replacing and make sure the connector is in good condition.

Roy
Oct 26, 2011 at 7:12 PM
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