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Default replacing oil tank gauge

Is it possible that mine got turned around while they were filling the
tank?


Speedy Jim wrote:
Joe wrote:

which way is the right direction?


Float arm goes long dimension
(length) of the tank



Speedy Jim wrote:

Joe wrote:

I got my tank filled up and the gauge is still stuck at 90 gallons. I
was just going to use a pipe wrench to pry it off then buy a new one to
replace it. Is there anything I should know before replacing it?


Here's a common gauge for 275Gal indoor use:
http://www.usahardware.com/inet/shop...al/1401422.htm

Hopefully the old one will unscrew without using
too much force.

Use thread sealant on the new one and orient the
float in the correct direction. Done.

Jim