To the more experienced home hot rodder, hearing that a fuel sending unit is universal might spark some serious skepticism. Every once in a while, though, a part advertised as universal actually fits.

Most cars, including vintage Mustangs, have a fuel-tank sending unit that conveys to the fuel gauge the amount of gasoline in the tank. Sometimes they quit working and need replacement. No need to ...

Next, install the sending unit into the tank, then clip it onto the fuel pump assembly. After that, check to make sure the float arm travels freely and in its full range of motion.

When the gas gauge stops working on your C5 Corvette, it is time to replace the fuel sending unit!