Gas Tank Slow Leak & Seat Belts

[I.F. 59 Apache]

I was examining behind my seat in preparation for seat belt installation and I think I have a really slow leak in my gas tank. Is anyone familiar with the stuff that our sponsor site sells to seal small leaks. Does it work?

I was also thinking about puting the tank below the bed. I have seen some below the bed tanks on the internet. Does anyone have a good recommendation as to which one works best? Does anyone know of one that mounts in front of the wheels? All the tanks that I have seen go behind the wheels. If I were to replace the tank would I be able to use the facory gas gauge?

Does anyone have favorite seat belts? I have yet to buy them and I wanted to become educated prior to purchasing them.

I have asked alot of questions as usual. Any feedback is appreciated.

Thanks,

Derek

 

[AZ58Cameo]

Hey Derek
I have soldered a pin hole leak in my stock gas tank before,youwant to be
Safe tho and use every percaution,I would think that our hosts tank
sealer would work also (you might ask them).
I myself dont like the look of the tanks hanging down in back
and decided to keep the tenk in the cab, but have seenothers build there
own and streamlined them in the back and they look great.
I know this subject has been beet to death in the forumns and you can look back at all the posts on this subject.
Good luck with your truck!
Allen

 

[I.F. 59 Apache]

Thanks. I didn't think much about it hanging down. It seems like that would be a possible hazard. I will look into some older posts.

Thanks,

Derek

 

[steve]

The stuff works

I have used the gas tank sealer. My tank was leaking at the seam about three inches. I removed the empted the tank, allowed it to dry completely, I mean completely. When I pored the gray liquid from the can, then moved the tank back and forth, allowing the stuff to cover the complete button of the seam in the gas tank. So far, three years no leaks. It’s a cheap way to repair without purchasing a new tank for 100. bucks. I stay away from flames and tanks safety is first.

 

[I.F. 59 Apache]

I almost bought a new tank but I decided to have my local radiator shop boil and solder the 1/2 long leak. He didn't charge an arm and a leg either. It sounds like I could have just coated it with the can of stuff our sponsor sells.

Thanks for the feedback.


Derek