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We thought the gas tank was bad, but WE GOT SURPRISED! - Nik's TR6 - P3
Rusty Beauties · 20 topics indexed · uploaded 2026-09-27
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- 0:00–1:09Episode intro and project goalsWatch on YouTube ↗
Recap of first start in 20 years and the plan to remove and clean the fuel tank, fix ignition wiring and make the TR6 drivable for a hoist inspection.
- 1:13–2:58Jumper-wire start and starter issueWatch on YouTube ↗
They explain the temporary red jumper wire from battery to coil, find the starter won't turn with the key, use a jump starter and choke, and drive the car out of the shed.
- 2:58–4:23Emptying boot and parts inventoryWatch on YouTube ↗
They empty the boot, discovering the gas filler, fog lights, headlight and shop manuals, then remove the tank access panel.
- 4:25–5:41Inspecting fuel line routing underneathWatch on YouTube ↗
With the car on the hoist they find the fuel line run under the frame with a plastic section touching the exhaust, disconnect it and plan a copper-nickel line per original.
- 5:41–7:02Tank removed, boot floor inspectionWatch on YouTube ↗
With the tank out they note the replaced boot floor pan, an oversized hole they may cover with rubber, foam cushions and the tank fittings.
- 7:02–8:49Tank interior surprisingly cleanWatch on YouTube ↗
After removing the sending unit they discover the apparent sludge is a protective coating, the tank is clean, and they vacuum out the old fuel and rinse it.
- 8:49–13:22Testing and reviving fuel sending unitWatch on YouTube ↗
They test the variable-resistor sending unit with a multimeter, find intermittent contact, spray WD-40 inside, get 3 to 80 ohms empty to full, and reseal it with Ultra Black.
- 13:25–17:11New tank outlet line and oliveWatch on YouTube ↗
They remove the JB-Welded 90-degree fittings from the tank outlet and make a new 5/16 copper-nickel line with a compression olive, explaining olive length concerns.
- 17:11–18:36Replacing breather and vapor hosesWatch on YouTube ↗
They replace the dried-out breather hose and plastic vapor line on the tank canister using emission line salvaged from a GT6.
- 18:48–19:56Rubber cushion and tank reinstallWatch on YouTube ↗
A piece of old differential mount rubber is used as a tank cushion, the tank is pried down to line up the screws and the canister is zip-tied.
- 19:58–21:13Installing filler hose and grommetWatch on YouTube ↗
They fit the filler hose clamps on the tank first, push the hose through the hole, fit the grommet and discuss the correct orientation relative to the boot lid.
- 21:13–24:09Planning original fuel line routeWatch on YouTube ↗
They explain the original 5/16 hard and soft line route along the frame versus the oversized 3/8 line previously fitted, locate the vapor line and prepare a template for bending new copper-nickel line.
- 24:12–25:03Side chat about Nick's JeepWatch on YouTube ↗
Brief aside about Nick's rusty Jeep winter vehicle and his reaction to the good news about the tank.
- 25:03–26:22Connecting rear and front fuel linesWatch on YouTube ↗
Nick hooks up the vapor and rear fuel lines while his dad connects the front line and makes a short copper piece between the fuel filter and fuel pump.
- 26:41–28:20Making a longer olive from twoWatch on YouTube ↗
He demonstrates cutting two 5/16 olives with a file or lathe and combining them into one longer olive so the fuel pump fitting compresses properly.
- 28:22–29:30Securing vent line and fuel filterWatch on YouTube ↗
Nick zip-ties the vent line clear of the axle and shock arm, secures the fuel line joint and installs the fuel filter with the arrow toward the pump.
- 29:30–31:06Filling tank and priming fuelWatch on YouTube ↗
With the valve cover installed they pour about 13 liters of fuel in the tank, pump to fill the filter and deliver fuel to the carburettors, then check for leaks.
- 33:04–34:47New 1/4 inch pump outlet lineWatch on YouTube ↗
They replace the mangled fitting, explain 5/16 versus 1/4 fittings, route the new line behind the fuel pump and thermostat, add a hose clamp and re-pressurize to check for leaks.
- 34:51–36:03Leak-free confirmation, inspection deferredWatch on YouTube ↗
The next day pumping shows no leaks; a full suspension and transmission inspection before the first test drive is postponed to another video.
- 36:23–37:39Outro and channel supportWatch on YouTube ↗
Closing thanks with requests to like, share and support via PayPal or Patreon.