Removing Filler Tube

[jdiesel33]

Hey Everyone,
I am trying to drop my old fuel tank to replace it with a the new one I just got. However, I cant figure out out to get the filler tube out. I read that you are supposed to pull it out, but the only visible portion of the tube is about 3-4 inches long and in a place where I really cant get a grip or put any torque on it to pull it out. Am I going about this wrong? I also read that you really shouldnt drop the tank with the filler tube still attached. What would be damaged if I did that? Or can I drop the tank down some and then maybe I could have more tube to pull on to get it out? Any suggestions would be appreciated. It is a 68 Charger R/T.

Thanks

[resq302]

What I do to get mine out is to unscrew the flat rubber gasket seal on the floor, disconnect the vent tube from the filler tube, unscrew the filler tube from the quarter panel and then twist it out.  It will probably come in contact with the inside part of the quarter panel so be careful not to scrape up your paint.  Also, a little silicon spray where the filler tube goes in through the grommet in the tank can't hurt and might make it slide in and out easier.   We just had to put a new tank in our 70 chally vert and all I can say is the filler tube removal on the charger is cake compared to the chally.   Same for the installation of the tank.   Whoever came up with putting the J bolts on the rear of the tank and then putting the rear valence panel on should be dragged through the streets.  Much easier set up on the charger to remove the tank.