The rollover check valve precludes trying to siphon the tank. Best to drain
it or run it till it's almost empty.

"DougW" > wrote in message
news:CkCsg.66324$9c6.13615@dukeread11...
> Matt Macchiarolo did pass the time by typing:
>> Tank removal isn't as bad a job as it seems, at least on my TJ...I've had
>> it
>> out a couple of times for various reasons, but not to replace the filter
>> yet.
>>
>> It's easier when the tank is close to empty though, and when using a
>> floor
>> jack to lower it.
>
> You can also disconnect the line at the rail and run the fuel pump
> manually
> to drain the tank. Just make sure you have a good catch can and secure
> the
> hose because the pump puts out a lot of pressure and volume.
>
> That or a hose to siphon it out. I found the pump to be faster.
>
> Do not underestimate the weight of fuel and the difficulty of managing
> a sloshing tank. Anything above E is going to be a pain in the ass.
>
> By the time I get to do my tank I'll have probably done five others.
> (as long as they bring beer it's all ok.)
>
> --
> DougW
>