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Old 10-11-2007, 11:55 AM
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Default How to drain bad gas?

I wrecked my 98 Ex about two years ago and Im just now getting around to fixing it. I have looked up ways to drain the bad gas, but none are specific to my make and model. I was just wondering if anyone has any suggestions for me. Do I have to drop the tank or is there a way to syphon it out?
 
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Old 10-11-2007, 12:05 PM
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There should be a drain plug bolt in the bottom of the tank, almost like the oil drain bolt. Jack the car up and support it so that bolt is approximately the lowest point, then unscrew it.
 
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Old 10-11-2007, 03:36 PM
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+1^^^^^
 
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Old 10-11-2007, 06:04 PM
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Dont forget to take the gas cap off. Makes it drain faster.
 
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Old 10-12-2007, 12:05 PM
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Well thats a ****load easier than i thought it would be lol. Thanx guys
 
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Old 10-12-2007, 02:36 PM
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Put a long hollow tube in the gas tank and suck the air, so that the gas starts coming out. You gotta be quick though..


Just kidding. Don't do that.. [:-]
 
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Old 10-12-2007, 09:12 PM
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Hey i tried that and accidentally swallowed a bunch of gas! No... I wouldnt do that
 
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Old 10-12-2007, 09:15 PM
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Alright, good to hear. Did you get the gas out the other suggested way, though?
 
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drain plug
 
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