i dropped my tank in my driveway by myself with a floor jack and some elbow grease.i had my girlfriend there as another set of hands and to spot, but i could have done it alone.if i had a garage and the equipment or extra people i would agree with lifting the bed too tho.its up to u.i really dont think either one is too hard on these trucks.just to let u know,however,and i dont think i saw it in any posts here: you're correct on one point in particular.if your replacing the sending unit then u r indeed replacing the pump with it.its one unit and its not cheap.i think i got reamed about $350 if i remember correctly.but your right about another thing too.if it wasnt one unit and u didnt replace the pump, it would most certainly crap out on u in another week