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Default Fuel tank internal bits (1988 560SL)

Peered inside my rusty fuel tank expecting to just see the swirl pot and some tubes. Was surprised to see an extra piece (evap valve?) and some plastic panels on the long sides of the tank.

Anyone know what those pieces are supposed to do?


Rusty tank that’s been sitting for 10 years
Rusty tank that’s been sitting for 10 years
Mystery bit
Mystery bit
Swirl pot and plastic panels
Swirl pot and plastic panels
More rust and panels. Also not sure what’s lining the ceiling
More rust and panels. Also not sure what’s lining the ceiling
 
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