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Originally Posted by MikeinNH67
I hope you're able to get those pins back in without too much trouble. Those straps are generally tight.
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Makes sense. I guess the reason why I was able to remove the pins was because both of the bolts on the frame side are partially loose. I had loosened one of the bolts and was working on the second one when I broke the frame nut loose. I actually found a thread were several members were suggesting to spray more penetrating oil into the frame side and also tighten the bolt once you hit resistance during removal even after breaking it loose initially. Mine froze up halfway out and then I hit it with my big impact and the rest is history.
Well, it looks like I have a bit more time on my hands to address the issue with the strap bolts. I was reusing the original retainer and gasket and managed to split the retainer ring during the fuel pump reinstallation.
I just noticed that the SM calls for replacement of both. I was able to get the retainer ring into the 3 o'clock position after 2 rotations but was unable to get it into the 4-5 o'clock position before the ring split.
I ordered a new ring and gasket and should have it by tomorrow. The SM states that you are supposed to use their SST tool for installation but I have read that others have used a flat blade screwdriver. I used a flat blade screwdriver to remove the ring originally.
I hope I don't break the new one tomorrow.
I am going to go into the garage and see about removing the bolt with my Roto zip. Part of me is tempted to leave the loose frozen nut and put the tank back up. It's not like it is going to fall out as the bolt is stuck in the nut and will not loosen on it own.