Does anybody know where to find a replacement for the water tank gauge sending unit for a 2000 4788?
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I used a WEMA 8” for the aft tank and a WEMA 17” for the foreward tank
http://www.wemausa.com/sensors/level...l#.W5SOvhqIahA
The foreward one was easy peasy.
I had to pretty much take apart my entire bed to get to the aft one
KEVIN SANDERS
4788 LISAS WAY - SEWARD ALASKA
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I used a WEMA 10" in the aft tank and a WEMA 17'" in the forward tank. They screwed straight in as the bolt pattern was the same as the original senders. If in doubt measure! I did not have to take the bed apart to fit them, but the aft one was a mission! Let's just lets say it was not pleasant stuffing yourself, head down, into a tiny compartment with a torch in one hand and a screwdriver in the other!Ken
'94 4788 - "Crystal Voyager "
If you can dream it, you can do it
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Couple of more quick questions. When I removed the old sender, the machine screws had apparently been glued in as there was a sticky residue on all of them. Is that necessary and if so, what glue should I use? Also a couple of you indicated you used 17" senders but my tank measures 21" to the bottom of the flange and the overall length of the sender I took out is 20" to the bottom of the flange. Any thoughts?
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Originally posted by Sourdough View PostCouple of more quick questions. When I removed the old sender, the machine screws had apparently been glued in as there was a sticky residue on all of them. Is that necessary and if so, what glue should I use? Also a couple of you indicated you used 17" senders but my tank measures 21" to the bottom of the flange and the overall length of the sender I took out is 20" to the bottom of the flange. Any thoughts?I bought mine based on someone here on the BOC, but of course did not verify the tank depth.
WEMA suggests that you buy a meter 1” shorter than your tank..
KEVIN SANDERS
4788 LISAS WAY - SEWARD ALASKA
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Originally posted by Sourdough View PostThanks, Kevin, glad I asked. Did you use any kind of glue when screwing the sender to the tank? The screws I took out all had a sticky residue on them.
KEVIN SANDERS
4788 LISAS WAY - SEWARD ALASKA
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That's interesting, Mark, as the 2000 4788 has plastic tanks. Kevin, the glue or sealant used on mine wasn't silicone as it remained pliable and sticky--didn't set up like silicone does. The material is a dark color and feels like contact cement. Not sure it's even necessary but will probably follow your suggestion and use a little silicone. Thanks for the input everyone.
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