access thru the Well
Hello folks, I need ideas on the best tool/method to make a cut in a 2004 Jeep grand Cherokee spare tire "Well". The idea is to cut an access hole thru the well and gain access to replace the fuel pump thus avoiding dropping the gas tank. There are several you tube videos that show where to cut and that pump will lift straight up and out the top side without dropping the tank. A few use an angle grinder but there are risks with sparks and also with plunging to deep as the pump is within an inch or two below the Well. One guy was making slow progress with tin snips but ultimately finished with a grinder. This at least tells me the metal is not terribly thick. I have and oscillating tool that I think would cut with precision and very little sparks but I have never cut metal with one so any suggestions on metal cutting blades are appreciated. I also have air sheers but not sure on how tough the metal will be for them. Looking for ideas for the right tool with minimal sparks. Looks easy enough and have not seen anyone blow themselves up yet, even with a grinder but I don't want to be the first either.
Hello folks, I need ideas on the best tool/method to make a cut in a 2004 Jeep grand Cherokee spare tire "Well". The idea is to cut an access hole thru the well and gain access to replace the fuel pump thus avoiding dropping the gas tank. There are several you tube videos that show where to cut and that pump will lift straight up and out the top side without dropping the tank. A few use an angle grinder but there are risks with sparks and also with plunging to deep as the pump is within an inch or two below the Well. One guy was making slow progress with tin snips but ultimately finished with a grinder. This at least tells me the metal is not terribly thick. I have and oscillating tool that I think would cut with precision and very little sparks but I have never cut metal with one so any suggestions on metal cutting blades are appreciated. I also have air sheers but not sure on how tough the metal will be for them. Looking for ideas for the right tool with minimal sparks. Looks easy enough and have not seen anyone blow themselves up yet, even with a grinder but I don't want to be the first either.