My fuel pump is kaput. I am starting the process of replacing it and have a few questions:

I have a full tank of gas. Is siphoning my only option to lose some fuel? If so I guess I should buy som surgical tubing and try not to inhale gas?

Is cutting an access hole an option or am I asking for an explosion? Is covering the tank with a moving blanket before cutting wit a dreamer an option?

If I do cut I’ll need measurements. Does anyone have them handy?

If I cut, should first remove the tank entirely? Would the existing exposed gas line become a hazard at that point?

Any other issues I should consider?