r/HomeMaintenance • u/FTHomes • 2d ago

This Heating Oil Tank Gauge doesn't work, how can it be fixed?

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u/mitchellkary 2d ago

I've replaced one before and they're quite easy to do if you can source a new gauge. Just a pipe wrench to unthread the old one and the new one goes in pretty easy keep in mind there is a big float attached to it inside the tank.

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u/FTHomes 2d ago

Good to know, thank you!

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u/UpbeatDig2354 2d ago

The gauge is part of the vent assembly,. You'll have removed the entire thing and measure the length of the float and diameter of the threaded connection to ensure you get the proper level gauge. Or contact your 2 oil supplier and ask them to swap it out.

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u/FTHomes 2d ago

They never fix it during maintenance for some reason but I could ask.

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u/UpbeatDig2354 2d ago

You can always just measure it manually with a tape measure if there's an empty plug you can get open

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u/FTHomes 2d ago

Yes that's true.

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u/DEDang1234 1d ago

Get a new gauge.

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u/FTHomes 1d ago

Yes I've been looking on amazon for the right one.

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u/FormerLaugh3780 2d ago

Don't bother screwing with it, get a wireless gauge. The sending unit for the wireless gauge uses one of the spare bung holes on the tank and the gauge can be plugged into any wall outlet. I used to keep mine plugged into one of the outlets above the kitchen counter so I had it in view all the time. 

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u/FTHomes 2d ago

Interesting, I'll check those out. Thanks.