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Old 07-24-2007, 10:23 PM   #1
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Fuel Tank Selector Switch

OK, so where is the best place to get a selector switch for the R/L fuel tanks. Mine has finally given up. I have to really play with it to make it connect - - at least I assume this is a switch problem...

I believe the switch is factory. It's a grey toggle located just to the left of ash tray.

Any thoughts.
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Old 07-25-2007, 02:14 PM   #2
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Re: Fuel Tank Selector Switch

I was having the same problems , ordered mine from the LMC Catalog and it works like a charm
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Old 07-25-2007, 02:38 PM   #3
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Re: Fuel Tank Selector Switch

Thanks - I just picked one up at the dealer this morning ($24), so I'll put it in tonight and see how she works...
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Old 07-25-2007, 04:04 PM   #4
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Re: Fuel Tank Selector Switch

Say Zilverado did you get that Qjet dialed in
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Old 07-26-2007, 01:26 AM   #5
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Re: Fuel Tank Selector Switch

Well, got the new switch installed and all is back to normal

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Say Zilverado did you get that Qjet dialed in
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Yes, I actually brought it into a local shop to be set up. $45 later and she's starting and running great.

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did you try pulling it apart and cleaning it up first?
Carb - Yes, fuel selector switch - No. Actually I broke the switch taking it out, but the new one solved the problem.

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the switch should be black i just scored one from a buddies parts truck. guess ill keep it for when mine goes bad or change it know cause mine grey and i want black.
Yes the new one is black and actually has legible writing on it.

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But how 'bout this?

Mines an aftermarket, or as in not originally installed, put in after the truck was bought. Wanna use both the tanks, how do I see about figuring out what kind it is, brand etc..

Got a GM registered switch, should I try it? Heard horror stories of mixing aftermerket with OEM...
I don't know about the "horror stories", but as long as you figure out what the wires do, it should be straight forward.
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Old 07-25-2007, 06:02 PM   #6
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Re: Fuel Tank Selector Switch

did you try pulling it apart and cleaning it up first?
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the switch should be black i just scored one from a buddies parts truck. guess ill keep it for when mine goes bad or change it know cause mine grey and i want black.
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Re: Fuel Tank Selector Switch

But how 'bout this?

Mines an aftermarket, or as in not originally installed, put in after the truck was bought. Wanna use both the tanks, how do I see about figuring out what kind it is, brand etc..

Got a GM registered switch, should I try it? Heard horror stories of mixing aftermerket with OEM...

Right on, thanks!
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