Fuel Tank Sending Unit

[DavidJBlythe]

The Spectra FG12J is the 31 gallon sending unit that I'm seeing everywhere. Does the "w/o fuel return" make it unusable in a M1009?

-Sgt Blythe

 

[Warthog]

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/cucv/22403-new-guy-m1009-fuel-tank-sending-unit-part-number.html

 

[DavidJBlythe]

Thanks for the help Warthog. Unfortunately I'm not looking for stock parts or civilian replacement parts here. I'm trying to see if the 31 gallon sender from Spectra will work in with the 6.2 for the 31 gal tank. From what I've been seeing, they also did a 31 gallon gasser version, so I want to get the right 31 gal sender. I didnt see any posts on SS about it, mostly ones about stock 25-27 gal ones.

 

[ken]

yes it is unusable. you need the fuel return

 

[DavidJBlythe]

Good to know. Thanks for the info. I'll try to locate a spectra 31 gal w/ return...

 

[cpf240]

I think I'm missing something. Why do you need a 31 gallon sending unit? I thought the M1009's tank was only 27 gallons? Is there a larger tank available?

 

[DavidJBlythe]

From what I'm reading on this site and the others, there were two tanks avail: 25 & 31. I've read here that the 27 gal number is actually the 25 gal tank capacity plus the space in the filler neck. The 31 gallon tank is rumored to directly replace the 25 gallon model using the appropriate 31 gallon tank straps and sending unit, and you can continue to use the skid plate. My truck is rusted in the rear end, the tank isn't perfect, and the sending unit doesn't work. For around $225 shipped, all the parts including the tank can be at your door via rockauto. I just want to make sure I don't order something that doesn't work! I like to come here for a sanity check before I spend money!

 

[cpf240]

Cool info, thanks! I had not read about different tanks, etc. Mine is in good shape, but should I need to replace it at some point, I'd like the extra capacity! Please post more on your progress!

I love this site, I'm always learning something new!

 

[DanR7985]

Did you ever mount up the 31 gallon tank, sending unit, and straps? I am looking at doing the same and was curious how yours turned out.