No was not looking for anything but Gen 1.Don't waste your time with dealers. Before the computer I use my contacts in the obsolete transportation inventory business, estate sales, etc. which is a hobby of mine. But now with the computer I also use people like RearCounter.com, Stillwell's...
Search by part number in the last year I have found 2 complete new OEM running boards (dead stock) plus I picked up 4 tips, spares, OEM again dead stock. all found by using part number searches. took a while over 5 months but worth it all at fair prices.
I have removed the tank many times even full not a hard job. First disconnect battery and release fuel pressure. 1- Jack the rear up securely support with jack stands. 2- remove left rear wheel and fender liner. 3- loosen hose clamps on filler and breather tube at tank end orient the clamp...
Just 5 years ago When I got my 2001 ST Gen1 the first thing I did was get a hitch installed at the only place I knew around here. After installation and having paid the bill they informed me they would not rent me a trailer Guess who UHAUL ------ the lowest slim on earth.