08 Fat Boy gas tank removal

DIVERJACK · May 29th, 2009, 11:48 AM

Does anyone have directions for removing the gas tank from an 08 Fat Boy ? I'm putting in some LED lighting and need to get the tank out of hte way.

Im a little concerned about the factory clamps on the crossover. Looks like if I remove them I will need to replace them with new one's and the way they are crimped leads me to believe there is yet another special tool.

scts · May 29th, 2009, 04:43 PM

If you don't need to move it too far out of the way, you can use the quick disconnect on the left side of the tank (manual said to pull the fuse for the fuel pump first and fire her up to get rid of any pressure in the line - not sure how much pressure is really there, but I did it just in case), and pull the bolt... I was able to slide it up and over to the side enough to install the TFI connectors on the injectors (have the 08 fat boy as well).

glider · May 29th, 2009, 05:02 PM

Good advice scts. There's a bit short of 50 lbs fuel pressure in the fuel rail so doing the fuse removal/crank engine is a good idea. You don't need to remove the tank, just remove the front and rear bolts and prop the tank up with something to give you enough room to work. Just remember not to force the tank upwards with the fuel line attached on the left side because you will break the end off and it's $42 to replace it.

Goofuss69 · Sep 3rd, 2009, 06:23 PM

Do you loose any gas from the tank after you disconect it?

glider · Sep 3rd, 2009, 06:25 PM

No, at the most just a few drops but always pull the fuel pump fuse and crank the engine to make it easier/safer. Always disconnect the link when installing the TFI because it's a $45 mistake if you break the plastic end fitting on the fuel line.

vtbikers · Sep 3rd, 2009, 08:06 PM

Don't cut into the harness you'll regret it.

glider · Sep 3rd, 2009, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vtbikers

Don't cut into the harness you'll regret it.

Are we talking about the same thing here vt?

Where's the harness being cut?

Goofuss69 · Sep 3rd, 2009, 09:02 PM

Thanks Glider.

May 29th, 2009, 11:48 AM	#1
DIVERJACK Start The Engine Ride: 2008 fat boy Join Date: Aug 14th, 2008 Location: Georgia Posts: 31	08 Fat Boy gas tank removal Does anyone have directions for removing the gas tank from an 08 Fat Boy ? I'm putting in some LED lighting and need to get the tank out of hte way. Im a little concerned about the factory clamps on the crossover. Looks like if I remove them I will need to replace them with new one's and the way they are crimped leads me to believe there is yet another special tool.

May 29th, 2009, 04:43 PM	#2
scts Start The Engine Ride: 2008 Fatboy Join Date: Aug 16th, 2008 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 45	Re: 08 Fat Boy gas tank removal If you don't need to move it too far out of the way, you can use the quick disconnect on the left side of the tank (manual said to pull the fuse for the fuel pump first and fire her up to get rid of any pressure in the line - not sure how much pressure is really there, but I did it just in case), and pull the bolt... I was able to slide it up and over to the side enough to install the TFI connectors on the injectors (have the 08 fat boy as well).

May 29th, 2009, 05:02 PM	#3
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: Jun 21st, 2007 Posts: 21,057 My Mood:	Re: 08 Fat Boy gas tank removal Good advice scts. There's a bit short of 50 lbs fuel pressure in the fuel rail so doing the fuse removal/crank engine is a good idea. You don't need to remove the tank, just remove the front and rear bolts and prop the tank up with something to give you enough room to work. Just remember not to force the tank upwards with the fuel line attached on the left side because you will break the end off and it's $42 to replace it. __________________ Psssst! Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. click me!>>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

Sep 3rd, 2009, 06:23 PM	#4
Goofuss69 Warming The Wheels Ride: 2006 Softail Std Join Date: Mar 21st, 2008 Location: Muskegon,Mi Posts: 119 My Mood:	Re: 08 Fat Boy gas tank removal Do you loose any gas from the tank after you disconect it? __________________ "Music is like candy. You have to get rid of the rappers to enjoy it."

Sep 3rd, 2009, 06:25 PM	#5
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: Jun 21st, 2007 Posts: 21,057 My Mood:	Re: 08 Fat Boy gas tank removal No, at the most just a few drops but always pull the fuel pump fuse and crank the engine to make it easier/safer. Always disconnect the link when installing the TFI because it's a $45 mistake if you break the plastic end fitting on the fuel line. __________________ Psssst! Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. click me!>>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

Sep 3rd, 2009, 08:06 PM	#6
vtbikers Contributor$ Ride: 2006 FLHTCI Join Date: Aug 5th, 2009 Location: Vermont Posts: 168 My Mood:	Re: 08 Fat Boy gas tank removal Don't cut into the harness you'll regret it.

Sep 3rd, 2009, 09:02 PM	#8
Goofuss69 Warming The Wheels Ride: 2006 Softail Std Join Date: Mar 21st, 2008 Location: Muskegon,Mi Posts: 119 My Mood:	Re: 08 Fat Boy gas tank removal Thanks Glider.

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