Fuel sending unit replacement

[targetpanic]

I have a 16' Sylvan Expedition and I need to replace the sending unit on the below deck fuel tank. The tank is shaped like this one. http://www.moellermarine.com/sites/moellermarine/files/FT1826-R4.pdf
The tank is only about 5-6" deep.

The sending unit itself is a reed switch style but the shank, (not sure on the right word) is only 4-5" long. I can take it apart if you guys need to see pics. It seems All of the replacement sending units I've seen are too long for this type of tank?? Any thoughts or suggestions?

 

[stylesabu]

Re: Fuel sending unit replacement

did you check here on iboats, i have same style tank on mine. bought a 18.00 universal sender followed vthe instructions and it works fine

 

[targetpanic]

Re: Fuel sending unit replacement

I looked here, but all of the reed switch style ones seem to be too long. Do you have a link to the one you purchased by any chance?

 

[stylesabu]

Re: Fuel sending unit replacement

I see what you mean about reed style. I bought mine at bass pro shops, its the swinging arm type, not as accurate but it works

 

[dingbat]

Re: Fuel sending unit replacement

Wema makes senders starting at 4"

http://www.wemausa.com/tank_sensors/details_S5U_tank_sensors.htm

 

[targetpanic]

Re: Fuel sending unit replacement

Wema makes senders starting at 4"

http://www.wemausa.com/tank_sensors/details_S5U_tank_sensors.htm

Thank YOu!!! That is exactly what I was looking for. I should be able to order the same one I have currently!

 

[beavers82]

Re: Fuel sending unit replacement

Do you know if these are compatible with any fuel guage? thanks

 

[dingbat]

Re: Fuel sending unit replacement

Do you know if these are compatible with any fuel guage? thanks

240 ? 30 ohm operation. Pretty standard scaling.