Weldable mount for fuel systems component

A fuel system apparatus for installation on a fuel tank, said apparatus comprising: a first portion (26) extending at least partially exteriorly of said fuel tank when said apparatus is installed on said fuel tank; a second portion (28) being positioned at least partially extending into said fuel tank when said apparatus is installed on said fuel tank; a mount (12) at least partially retained between said first portion and said second portion; said mount (12) at least partially extending from between said first and second portions; said mount being sized and dimensioned for at least substantially corresponding to an opening in said fuel tank to which said apparatus is to be attached; and said mount being attachable to said fuel tank.