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[Sir Tigger KC]

The Mig is going into the bodyshop on Monday to sort out the rust that I've let take hold around the LPG filler..... 

They don't want to mess with the LPG filler so I'll disconnect and remove it before taking it in, and I thought I'd do it as follows:-

1) Run around until I run out of LPG!
2) Remove the fuse from the LPG system, which should activate the cut off valve?
3) Disconnect the filler outside letting any residual gas vent off.
4) Remove filler from the (rusty) body.

Does this sound OK?

The other thing is that they are going to weld a plate on the inside of the body, so there'll be alot of sparks flying around.  I thought that emptying the tank, letting it vent and then reconnecting the filler loose inside the boot, should be alright? 

Any advice appreciated as always!! 

[TheBoy]

The valve(s) at the tank should isolate the filler pipe when its not under filling pressure, so to disconnect filler does not require tank to be empty.

Not sure about the welding bits, and the proximity of the tank, I'll leave that for a grown up to answer

[PhilRich]

The valve(s) at the tank should isolate the filler pipe when its not under filling pressure, so to disconnect filler does not require tank to be empty.

Not sure about the welding bits, and the proximity of the tank, I'll leave that for a grown up to answer

Not sure I fit the bill there
The tank will be ok unless it will be subject to direct high heat in which case cover it with a proper fire blanket or damp blankets. The pipework and  convoluted covering tube will definately need to be well protected from heat/sparks as will any other flammable material like carpet. Hth

[Sir Tigger KC]

Thanks for the replies! 

The bodyshop guy didn't seem too concerned about welding in close proximity to the tank, so I guess that he'll have it well covered...   

[Marie]

if you dont mind me asking how much has that set you back and is it only that back qtr your having done?

[sassanach]

with what i have seen of bodyshop and mot  "welding" superglue would stick it better.any welding plant in a garage ought to have the power dials removed as they are never used!!.on a more serious note,lpg tanks are 3 to 5mm thick,sparks will not bother them.

[Sir Tigger KC]

Thanks! I dropped it into the bodyshop yesterday morning and seeing as I havn't heard any loud bangs I assume all is progressing nicely!! 

Marie. Yes it's just the back quarter where the lpg filler is. They're going to to cut all the rot out, weld a plate on the inside with a hole so the filler can be refitted, fill and respray the outside.

They quoted me £160 which seemed reasonable.  I'll put up before and after pics when I get it back. 

[Sir Tigger KC]

Here's some pics of the job. I'm very pleased!! 

[dbug]

Nice job - looks good 

[sassanach]

when i install a lpg filler i cover the hole and sealing ring with waxoil before i assemble, i have never had any rust issues and i've done half dozen off these now.bit of prep saves a sh+tload of grief later.

[Kevin Wood]

when i install a lpg filler i cover the hole and sealing ring with waxoil before i assemble, i have never had any rust issues and i've done half dozen off these now.bit of prep saves a sh+tload of grief later.

Guessing this was an LPGA UKLPG certified install.

 

[Sir Tigger KC]

Absolutly Kevin! 

It was converted in April 2004 at approx. 56,000 miles.  I acquired the car in 2006 and the milage was about 143,000. It's recently tipped over 213,000 miles, and the LPG system has been pretty much trouble free!! 

The rust issue was more about me being abit of a pussy about dismantling the filler!!    If I'd bitten the bullet ages ago it'd have been a quick touch up job!!    Hey Ho!!