Left Tank 7

Prior to sealing up the access plate, you need to attach to the cover.  I did a little research on the web and found the appropriate torque value for that particular AN fitting (I believe it was aroun 130 in-lbs).  I then went to Autozone and bought a cheap set of crowfoot wrenches.  You can attach these to your torque wrench to achieve the desired torque.

As you can see, I applied quite a bit of pro-seal to the sender nutplates.  I also used a dab of proseal on the outside of the pickup nut, as I do not want it to back off.  I was a little unsure as to whether or not to seal the AN fittings (internally), but Vans said specifically not to (it's a dry compression fit). 

Next comes time to install the plate and the sender.  I don't have any pics of this, as my hands were covered in proseal.  One word of note...dip the screws in proseal.  They will be pretty hard to tighten, and you need to alternate screws.  On the advice of many, I decided to go the pro-seal only route for the cover (no cork gasket).  For the sender, I combined the rubber gasket with a little pro-seal on both sides.  The gasket is not symmetrical, so be sure you have it aligned right prior to getting the pro-seal everywhere (like I did).

The tank is finally done!  I can say that this has been the least fun item to date.  I have to let the proseal cure a couple of days, then it will be time to leak test. 

To set up a leak test, I decided on the simple manometer method.  I installed a cap fitting on the vent line, and connected some 1/2" ID tubing to the fuel pickup (with EZ Turn lube).  I also lubed the fuel cap with EZ turn, as I have had heard many people have leaks there. 

To start the test, I filled the tube with red water.  I affixed the free end to the side of one of the ribs and marked the location of the static water level.  I then pressurized the tank through the drain hole. You do not need to use a compressor do this.  You only need a couple of pounds of pressure, and you can do it by blowing with your mouth.  Let it sit overnight, and the water level will drop back down to the unpressurized level if there is a leak.

I let mine sit several days, and as you can see...no leaks!  You will notice that the temperature changes affect the water level, so don't confuse those with a tank problem.