I have a 1982 First 42 with a fuel tank that has a broken fuel gauge. Does anyone have experience in removing the fuel tank, which is forward of the steering pedestal and behind the aft portion of the cockpit liferaft storage area?
Ericsmith3d,
Thanks for the information, unfortunately that website only deals with the 423's, and not the older First series. So, I'm currently working with a couple of other First 42 owners, looking for their experience.
I have a 1982 First 42 with a fuel tank that has a broken fuel gauge. Does anyone have experience in removing the fuel tank, which is forward of the steering pedestal and behind the aft portion of the cockpit liferaft storage area?
Curt
ive taken all my fuellines off of my first.. an replaced the exhaust hoses. my boat has a access hole cut in the starboard lazzarete... if you can get the bolts out you can slide it aft to get access. not sure you can get it all the way out.. could you also include me in the first 42 group.. ive completely rebuilt mine over two years and last october recommisioned it.. i do have some question.. and a lot of answers... thanks.. lance
lfrenchtc - i see you have recently redone a First 42. I am looking to purchase one at a gov auction and would like to see any pics or ideas you have or what you have done to the boat.
I've also rebuilt our FIRST 42 from front to back and set it up for cruising.
You can see a photo in my profile.. If you need any info, I'd be glad to help
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