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Gas tank relocation
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With all the talk about whats safe and not going on...I have decided to put a fuel cell between my framerails. With all of them out there....theres bound to be one that will fit.Sure the fuel cell will cost a little more...but I dont like the idea of being BBQd. I figure the cell with the bladder should do the trick.
Of all the regular tank installs I have seen...I like Troy Bakers the best. He used a Jeep tank.
As for the talk about tanks in the cab vs between the frame ...think about it...you get hit and the tank behind the seat explodes or ruptures and a fire breaks out...IN THE CAB! A between the frame tank expoldes or ruptures...you at least have the back of the cab to shield you a little from the heat and flames. Might have a chance to get out without too much of a scorching.
Of all the regular tank installs I have seen...I like Troy Bakers the best. He used a Jeep tank.
As for the talk about tanks in the cab vs between the frame ...think about it...you get hit and the tank behind the seat explodes or ruptures and a fire breaks out...IN THE CAB! A between the frame tank expoldes or ruptures...you at least have the back of the cab to shield you a little from the heat and flames. Might have a chance to get out without too much of a scorching.
Bannear
Member
I am thinking of doing a tank location swap on my 1966 Shortbox Fleetside, so my wife and young son can ride with me - I guess I should be worried about myself too ..I am a novice at some of this upgrade stuff (rebuilt to stock 53Chev PU, 53 Chev Station Wagon). I was talking to someone who said 70-78 ? Chev Blazer or GMC Jimmy tank would fit under the bed of my 66 and straps and lines are all where you need them. Does anyone know if this is possible? (I know new lines, new lines ... 
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dvalentine
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Check this out,
http://pages.zdnet.com/64moneypit/daves64chevy/id10.html
http://pages.zdnet.com/64moneypit/daves64chevy/id10.html
Bannear
Member
[updated:LAST EDITED ON Nov-22-02 AT 01:39 PM (CST)]I have been researching gas tanks and I thought I would share some sites that I have found with other companies offering tanks for 60-66 pu's (no slight to all the good folks at Chevy Duty):
1.60-72 -Aluminum tank - Pricy $419 - needs separate send unit, but they have a 30 Ohms version
http://www.classicperform.com/product-pages/trucks/60-72/Aluminum-Gas-Tanks.htm
2.63 -66 Steel tank - $225 - 63 -66 pu Gas tank kit, 20 gallon steel gas tank,pickup, includes tank, mounting straps,sending unit, gasket and lock ring, 29 inches x16 inches x 13 inches, does not work with
original gauge (has 90Ohm send unit)
http://www.americanclassic.com/asp/dyncatV2.asp?which=amclsall&p1=initial&p2=Gas+Tank+Items&iyear=1966&ytype=to&exyear=
Fuel Cells which may fit ... haven't tested myself, so won't say for sure ... Do your measuring. My frame rail flange to flange is just over 16 3/4 inches. If you are lowering your truck keep the tank as flat as you can go ... A Lot of guys suggest an aluminum box around your tank unless it is aluminum or steel already and if you are really low a skid plate.
3. Fuel Cell, $96.39 - 15 gallon drag cell w/sump, 25x16.875x9.25 - Summit part # BOB-11102-1
http://store.summitracing.com/default.asp?target=search.asp%3FType%3Dbykeyword%26Part%3Dfuel%20cells%26Search.x%3D1%26SearchType%3DBoth
4. $219 - RCI Street Rod Fuel Cells - 30 in. x 9 in. x 12 in., 15 gallon capacity, aluminum, street rod style, with sender,fuel cell
RCI designed this lightweight aluminum fuel cell just for you street rodders. It features a raised, straight filler neck, a built-in GM 0-90 ohm fuel sender, and a narrow design for frame rail mounting. It holds 15 gallons of fuel and measures 30 in. x 9 in. x 12 in.
1.60-72 -Aluminum tank - Pricy $419 - needs separate send unit, but they have a 30 Ohms version
http://www.classicperform.com/product-pages/trucks/60-72/Aluminum-Gas-Tanks.htm
2.63 -66 Steel tank - $225 - 63 -66 pu Gas tank kit, 20 gallon steel gas tank,pickup, includes tank, mounting straps,sending unit, gasket and lock ring, 29 inches x16 inches x 13 inches, does not work with
original gauge (has 90Ohm send unit)
http://www.americanclassic.com/asp/dyncatV2.asp?which=amclsall&p1=initial&p2=Gas+Tank+Items&iyear=1966&ytype=to&exyear=
Fuel Cells which may fit ... haven't tested myself, so won't say for sure ... Do your measuring. My frame rail flange to flange is just over 16 3/4 inches. If you are lowering your truck keep the tank as flat as you can go ... A Lot of guys suggest an aluminum box around your tank unless it is aluminum or steel already and if you are really low a skid plate.
3. Fuel Cell, $96.39 - 15 gallon drag cell w/sump, 25x16.875x9.25 - Summit part # BOB-11102-1
http://store.summitracing.com/default.asp?target=search.asp%3FType%3Dbykeyword%26Part%3Dfuel%20cells%26Search.x%3D1%26SearchType%3DBoth
4. $219 - RCI Street Rod Fuel Cells - 30 in. x 9 in. x 12 in., 15 gallon capacity, aluminum, street rod style, with sender,fuel cell
RCI designed this lightweight aluminum fuel cell just for you street rodders. It features a raised, straight filler neck, a built-in GM 0-90 ohm fuel sender, and a narrow design for frame rail mounting. It holds 15 gallons of fuel and measures 30 in. x 9 in. x 12 in.
Twisters 4x4
Member
55 Belair tank
My 65 short bed is about to finish up.
I am looking at a replacement 55 Chevy Bel Air Tank that measures 25 1/4 x 25 x 8 1/4 tall.
Has anyone tried this yet?I like the size and can make it fit with the filler neck coming out behind the license plate.
My 65 short bed is about to finish up.
I am looking at a replacement 55 Chevy Bel Air Tank that measures 25 1/4 x 25 x 8 1/4 tall.
Has anyone tried this yet?I like the size and can make it fit with the filler neck coming out behind the license plate.
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bigtimjamestown
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Brand new between the frame rails gas tanks for under 200.00
http://www.scribd.com/full/17608177?access_key=key-ikezgqy43h7a9pmdutn Go to this link page 82 and you will find exactly what you are looking for, for under 200.00. You will have to give it a minute to download then just scroll down......Big Tim
http://www.scribd.com/full/17608177?access_key=key-ikezgqy43h7a9pmdutn Go to this link page 82 and you will find exactly what you are looking for, for under 200.00. You will have to give it a minute to download then just scroll down......Big Tim
LEYLAND
Member
Thats a good lookin 4x4 you got there, very nice paint choice!
I wanted to install my filler neck behind the lisense plate but I'm pretty sure the plate is too low for the filler hose to reach the top of the new tank...
Just be sure to measure and double check the placement of the '55 tank when installing it, could always make a cardboard replica tank to see how it will fit and where the filler neck will be situated. FYI: most use a full size chevy blazer tank or a custom fuel cell, actually most of the magazines will sell you a blazer tank claiming its a custom tank for 60-66
be sure to post more pics of your progress!
I wanted to install my filler neck behind the lisense plate but I'm pretty sure the plate is too low for the filler hose to reach the top of the new tank...
Just be sure to measure and double check the placement of the '55 tank when installing it, could always make a cardboard replica tank to see how it will fit and where the filler neck will be situated. FYI: most use a full size chevy blazer tank or a custom fuel cell, actually most of the magazines will sell you a blazer tank claiming its a custom tank for 60-66
be sure to post more pics of your progress!
Twisters 4x4
Member
Blazer Tank
That Blazer Tank looks to be way too tall.It might still look like a Bladder hanging way down.
That Blazer Tank looks to be way too tall.It might still look like a Bladder hanging way down.