Capt_Rob Posted August 1, 2019 Report Share Posted August 1, 2019 Hello everyone, I am new to this forum as i just purchased a 2000 1806 Pathfinder. Solid Boat. However, we have just encountered an issue. Our fuel gauge does not work, and a mechanic told us they need to redo the wiring to the fuel tank/sending unit- the problem is, on this model pathfinder, there is no easy access to the sending unit. The mechanic has told us that he needs to cut through the flooring and make the opening/access to the fuel tank bigger. Is this true? Any other suggestions/recommendations before we have someone cut the floor? I'd really like to avoid this if possible. Please let me know what you think. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg G Posted August 1, 2019 Report Share Posted August 1, 2019 I have a 2000 1806V as well and I replaced the sending unit myself by removing the seat and unscrewing the access port. It's right over the sending unit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Rob Posted August 6, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2019 On 8/1/2019 at 4:50 PM, Greg G said: I have a 2000 1806V as well and I replaced the sending unit myself by removing the seat and unscrewing the access port. It's right over the sending unit. Thanks a lot for the response, Greg. Hmm.. so our deck plate is in front of our seat, and that appears to be the only opening where we can access the sending unit (but the unit is about 3-4 inches out of reach- so our mechanic wants to cut our floor) . I'm far from a boat expert/mechanic. Am i just missing something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg G Posted August 7, 2019 Report Share Posted August 7, 2019 On my boat, there's 2 deck plates. 1 between the seat and console and 1 under the seat which is larger. I'd take a picture for you but I'm in NC right now and my boats in FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HewesYourDaddy Posted August 7, 2019 Report Share Posted August 7, 2019 And if there really is only one “pie plate” style hatch that is 3-4 inches away from your sending unit, the mechanic will have to cut the deck. It’s not a big issue. Have him replace it with a removable, rectangular access hatch big enough to access the sending unit. There are a few threads here about enlarging or swapping out pie-plate hatches with rectangular ones. Here ya go.... tap the arrow to open thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg G Posted August 7, 2019 Report Share Posted August 7, 2019 Wow! I just someone cut the deck and put an access hatch right over my fuel sender. Lucky me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Rob Posted August 14, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2019 On 8/7/2019 at 11:16 AM, HewesYourDaddy said: And if there really is only one “pie plate” style hatch that is 3-4 inches away from your sending unit, the mechanic will have to cut the deck. It’s not a big issue. Have him replace it with a removable, rectangular access hatch big enough to access the sending unit. There are a few threads here about enlarging or swapping out pie-plate hatches with rectangular ones. Here ya go.... tap the arrow to open thread Thanks so much for all of the replies, fellas. So we took the boat to the mechanic and he just made the deck plate opening a little bigger and he was able to fix the sending unit. Not a bad fix at all. Up next are the trim tabs because the boat porpoises pretty bad. They weren't lying when they said boats are money pits Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HewesYourDaddy Posted August 15, 2019 Report Share Posted August 15, 2019 16 hours ago, Capt_Rob said: Thanks so much for all of the replies, fellas. So we took the boat to the mechanic and he just made the deck plate opening a little bigger and he was able to fix the sending unit. Not a bad fix at all. Up next are the trim tabs because the boat porpoises pretty bad. They weren't lying when they said boats are money pits B.O.A.T. - Break Out Another Thousand (dollars) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Rob Posted August 15, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2019 7 hours ago, HewesYourDaddy said: B.O.A.T. - Break Out Another Thousand (dollars) haha you said it! But well worth every penny! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted August 16, 2019 Report Share Posted August 16, 2019 On 8/14/2019 at 3:25 PM, Capt_Rob said: Thanks so much for all of the replies, fellas. So we took the boat to the mechanic and he just made the deck plate opening a little bigger and he was able to fix the sending unit. Not a bad fix at all. Up next are the trim tabs because the boat porpoises pretty bad. They weren't lying when they said boats are money pits Before I installed trim tabs I would try a Powertech OFX4 propeller. It might fix your porposing problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Rob Posted August 16, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 16, 2019 (edited) 8 hours ago, Bamaskeet said: Before I installed trim tabs I would try a Powertech OFX4 propeller. It might fix your porposing problem. Thanks a lot, I really appreciate the recommendation. Did you do the same? Also- do you think this is a cheaper option? I just browsed some of those props and they seem to be pretty pricey. Edited August 16, 2019 by Capt_Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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