C2 Fuel Filler Boot Replacement

[David M.]

I need to replace the fuel filler boot without dropping the tank. Is there a secret to doing it correctly?

[Joe R.]

Re: C2 Fuel Filler Boot Replacement

Nothing to it! A new one will stretch over the end easily. Don't forget the drain nipple and hose.

JR

[Owen L.]

Re: C2 Fuel Filler Boot Replacement

I changed out the one on my '72 recently. The hardest part was getting the old one off as the rubber had gotten quite stiff and unyielding; I ended up resorting to using a box cutter to slice the old one off. Make sure you save the old drain nipple from the boot for use in the new one.

[David M.]

Re: C2 Fuel Filler Boot Replacement

JR, do I need to get a new nipple and hose as well as the boot or can I use the present one?

[Joe R.]

Re: C2 Fuel Filler Boot Replacement

David, the nipples and hoses are available but the old ones should be fine.

JR

PS. don't try to pull the hose out as it is tied to the bumper on the lower end. You can remove the tie before you start and it will free up the hose when removing the boot.

[Bill M.]

Re: C2 Fuel Filler Boot Replacement

The worst part of this job is getting the renforcing spring inside the new hose. Soak the hose in hot water for a while and then twist it in.

[Edward J.]