009 - Bobcat 873 Fuel Pickup Repair (Part 3) (SOLVED) 

I had the pick up tube break off inside the 873 tank also years ago. There was no video like yours at the time. Like you, I did it all by feel-you can’t see much of what you’re doing. I do recall there was a 90 elbow replacement at the top that allowed you to put the pickup tube on the elbow and the grommet, without expanding the grommet. Then I slid the tube in the hole, the unexpanded grommet in the hole, then you push the elbow in to another shoulder that expands the grommet. Your patience in doing the job and making the video is legendary. Thank you.

Thank you for your video series. It was nice to realize we were on the right track on our 873. Hopefully after replacing the pick- up tube we won't have to deal with cleaning the tank. We've had ours for many years & this is the first fuel issue. We appreciate you taking the time to document your issues, troubleshooting, & solutions.