Fuel sender lock ring

[davekp]

was having a leak issue from the fuel level sender gasket.
Finally got around to disassemble it.
The issue is not the gasket, as I thought, rather it is the locking ring that retains the sender.
My tank requires a locking ring with 4 lugs, as is on the fuel pump, but the installed ring was a 3 lug.
Thus, not a good seal.
All the catalogs I have show only 3 lug rings.
Where to get a 4 lug?
What years used a 4 lug?
What should I be searching for?

[Papa]

What did the pump and tank come out of or what were they designed for? I searched for Ford fuel pick up locking ring and see a few different 4-lug options for tractors or trucks.

https://www.google.com/search?q=ford+fuel+pickup+locking+ring&client=ms-android-samsung-ss&prmd=sivn&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjr74K_u4PnAhXXGM0KHV78BaUQ_AUoAnoECAsQA g&biw=360&bih=612

[davekp]

Thanks, but no joy.
I need a 4 lug that's 3" OD.
Don't know what it's out of, but it looks like a Foxbody.

[Ray]

If you know the model and year of the vehicle the tank came out of, try Rock Auto: https://www.rockauto.com/.

Ray

[davekp]

Yes, but I don't.
To be clearer, the tank has 4 lugs to engage the lock ring in 4 places.

[Greg K]

Will need the lock ring from a kit Do not think it is sold separately. https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=1355151&cc=1134133&jsn=629&jsn=629&jsn=629
1994 GT had two types of lock rings, 3 tab and 4, see pictures, both are included in kit.

[aspbite]

Looks like 94 - 97 mustang. Discontinued and no longer available. None on eBay. Might try a bone yard

[R. Button]

You are referring to the large tabs on the lock ring not the 4 smaller tabs that you use to twist the lock ring in place? Just making sure as I have a number of those lock rings on my parts shelf but none with 4 large tabs.

[Greg K]

The lock ring on the left is what he's looking for, only found in the kit, not able to source alone.

120612

[davekp]

You are referring to the large tabs on the lock ring not the 4 smaller tabs that you use to twist the lock ring in place? Just making sure as I have a number of those lock rings on my parts shelf but none with 4 large tabs.

Yes, I need one with 4 large locking tabs.

[davekp]

The lock ring on the left is what he's looking for, only found in the kit, not able to source alone.

120612

Yes, that's what I need.

[Straversi]

I have a 2016 MK-IV. I had a similar leak but found the gasket had a twist.

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=104877&d=1554138948

I took my retaining ring and gasket down to the local auto parts store and told them it was a 97ish mustang tank. They brought a few out and we found the match. Sorry, dont have the part #. The OEM gasket was thicker and the retain ring felt a little sturdier. Worked like a charm.

-Steve

[Mark Reynolds]

ASP Bite I have some - just order a 30136 at www.breezeautomotive.com or call me at 508 533 6455 and mention you need the 4-tab type.
Do you also need one for the fuel pump?
Mark Reynolds

[davekp]

Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Boydster]

Mark at Breeze to the rescue. I'll bet he's got diapers for a Wombat. ;)

[davekp]

Mark at Breeze to the rescue. I'll bet he's got diapers for a Wombat. ;)

Yeah,
He's THE MAN!