Fuel Tank Support Strap

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Apr 2, 2010 | 05:30 PM

IlyaK

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Fuel Tank Support Strap

One of the straps/brackets that holds the fuel tank rusted up and fell off. I managed to find it. Is this replaceable? I've never heard of anyone replacing this part. What is it held on by?

Apr 2, 2010 | 06:45 PM

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Bolt on one end, usually some kind of hook on the other. Easy to get ahold of. Spectra makes aftermarket straps, likely available at any of the major auto parts chain stores or you can get from the stealership.

Apr 2, 2010 | 06:51 PM

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Okay thanks. I'll try some of the stores like Napa tomorrow.

Apr 2, 2010 | 07:23 PM

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my friends BMW strap fell off the other day. he got it from the dealer for 26 dollars and had it installed for 30 from a shop. for a bmw both those prices made my jaw drop.

Apr 3, 2010 | 07:00 AM

IlyaK

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I ordered two straps from Advance Auto for $51.xx.

They will be here on the 8th (possibly sooner). Is it safe to drive until then? One strap is still holding the tank.

Apr 3, 2010 | 08:21 AM

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i really have no idea how the tanks on our cars are held up, my friend drove his beemer for over 2 weeks without it.
dont hit potholes

May 18, 2010 | 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by HandsonMaxima.

my friends BMW strap fell off the other day. he got it from the dealer for 26 dollars and had it installed for 30 from a shop. for a bmw both those prices made my jaw drop.

Yah. that price def made my price drop too. lol. Surprized it wasn't $300 and $300 labor. lol