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How-To Hacksaw Mod Goes Viral: C6 Corvette Fuel Pump Access Panel Hack

An ingenious C6 Corvette owner designed an access panel for the notorious fuel pump issue, and enthusiasts are divided on how wise the mod is!

Douglas Barton··
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This is what was revealed as Brian finds the exact opening to cut.

If you’ve spent any time in the C6 Corvette circles, you’ll recall that one of the prevalent mechanical issues is the leaky fuel pump, and the diagnosis is fairly straightforward–the smell of gas fumes! If you are faced with this diagnosis, the next shock will come when a certified mechanic gives you the quote for the repair. Enthusiasts like ours below cite quotes as high as $3,000–it’s a labor-intensive job. [Author’s Note: This article is FREE and not behind a paywall. Yes, FREE! If/when any pop-ups appear, please click to dismiss them and continue enjoying the article. One may require two steps–first, the arrow on the left, then the x on the top right.]

But fear not, because Brian S. from Facebook’s C6 Corvette Nation, a vibrant community with over 87,000 members, posted a hack that will save you time and money, especially if you’re considering a certified mechanic. But buyer beware, because enthusiasts from the popular Facebook page are divided on whether this hack is a viable one, and the discussion is now approaching 300 comments. If you have this dreaded labor-intensive fuel pump issue and are looking for more resources, we’ve included some top discussions from the Corvette Forum below today’s feature, as well as other bonus content!

What’s Inside Today’s How-To Feature

  1. What The Fuel System Looks Like
  2. Summary Tutorial: C6 Corvette Fuel Pump Access Panel Hack
  3. The Full Post
  4. Full Photo Gallery From Brian S.
  5. The Community Sentiment: For and Against
  6. The Traditional Way: From the CorvSport Archives
  7. Corvette Forum Resources

1) What The Fuel System Looks Like

This hack addresses the passenger-side fuel pump (located on the right side).

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