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mas09ts · 05-24-2009, 10:15 PM

Other than the obvious 67-72 blazer tank swap or a custom tank are they any other tanks which can be mounted beneath the bed, between the frame rails.

mas09ts · 05-24-2009, 10:26 PM

anyone???

BADSAM · 05-24-2009, 10:27 PM

I'm guessing this is a pretty long list. Suburban tanks of course, also, I had an 89 ramcharger that had a poly tank that looked like it would fit perfect.

Do you want a direct bolt in or do you mind a little fab work?

Most tanks in older cars are located between the rear frame rails, so you probably just need to get a tape measure and head to the junk yard.

Good luck.

mas09ts · 05-24-2009, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BADSAM

I'm guessing this is a pretty long list. Suburban tanks of course, also, I had an 89 ramcharger that had a poly tank that looked like it would fit perfect.

Do you want a direct bolt in or do you mind a little fab work?

Most tanks in older cars are located between the rear frame rails, so you probably just need to get a tape measure and head to the junk yard.

Good luck.

I would like to find something that would go in fairly easy, but i wouldn't mind having to make something such as the straps or so forth.

Anyone else???

ShortStepper · 05-25-2009, 04:46 PM

A little different question, but still in the same line. Does anyone know where you can purchase those street rod type gas fill door housings for a through the bed fill to a rear mounted blazer tank?

stueber68 · 05-25-2009, 05:56 PM

I've heard that you can take one from a g-van all the way up to say a 90 modeljbut I haven't tried it my self. There have been some members here who have done it.

ATT · 05-25-2009, 08:22 PM

I got mine from summit racing it is a 16 gallon tank. Name: 476.jpg
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fishingjred73 · 05-25-2009, 09:37 PM

Here is a link for the gas filler doors http://www.haganauto.com/category_s/38.htm

ShortStepper · 05-25-2009, 10:35 PM

That's it!

Thanks,

Uwe Blab · 05-25-2009, 10:46 PM

What do people do for a spare tire with a rear gas tank mount? I have a trapeze set up, so I don't see being able to put in a tank between the rails behind the rear axle. Has anybody ever put in a tank in front of the rear axle (not looking for the saddle bag variety)? I know there's not much room and it would most likely have to be a custom.

cdowns · 05-26-2009, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Uwe Blab

What do people do for a spare tire with a rear gas tank mount? I have a trapeze set up, so I don't see being able to put in a tank between the rails behind the rear axle. Has anybody ever put in a tank in front of the rear axle (not looking for the saddle bag variety)? I know there's not much room and it would most likely have to be a custom.

a couple of cans of fix a flat or use the bed

hgs_notes · 05-26-2009, 07:48 AM

This tank is from a 75 blazer. The advantage is a large tank with a low profile. They are easy to find, I got this one for $35 complete. The disadvantage is you have to move the rearmost crossmember back. It's easy enough to do, and it is cutout ont the ends to clear the bumper brackets. Mine is not installed yet, the pictures were just when I was making the crossmember change and checking the fit.

roadmaSSter · 05-26-2009, 08:17 AM

I met a guy who got a tank out of a 1980 chevy van. The filler neck comes out the side and he made it so that the side marker light flipped open on a hinge to reveal the gas cap. He said the fuel sender was compatable with the stock gauge and all he had to do to mount the tank was to shave a little bit off of the inside of the frame rails. I saw the truck. It was really a slick setup that looked like it came that way from the factory. Plus, if you still plan on using your truck to haul stuff once in a while, you don't have to empty the bed just to put gas in.

vasquezmrysvll · 05-26-2009, 06:36 PM

im using a tank from a 76 chevy van. finished most of the fab work today. ill try to post pics later

05-24-2009, 10:15 PM	#1
mas09ts Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Gate City VA Posts: 576	Another Gas Tank Question . . .. Other than the obvious 67-72 blazer tank swap or a custom tank are they any other tanks which can be mounted beneath the bed, between the frame rails. __________________ Mitch 22yrs. Young 1970 GMC Short-Step 350/TH350 Combo. . . . Sold Dec 2011 Current Project 68 Gmc "Second Chance" Go to my 68 GMC Shorty Rebuild Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...39#post6341739

05-24-2009, 10:26 PM	#2
mas09ts Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Gate City VA Posts: 576	Re: Another Gas Tank Question . . .. anyone??? __________________ Mitch 22yrs. Young 1970 GMC Short-Step 350/TH350 Combo. . . . Sold Dec 2011 Current Project 68 Gmc "Second Chance" Go to my 68 GMC Shorty Rebuild Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...39#post6341739

05-24-2009, 10:27 PM	#3
BADSAM J'ville Junkman Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pomeroy, Ohio Posts: 572	Re: Another Gas Tank Question . . .. I'm guessing this is a pretty long list. Suburban tanks of course, also, I had an 89 ramcharger that had a poly tank that looked like it would fit perfect. Do you want a direct bolt in or do you mind a little fab work? Most tanks in older cars are located between the rear frame rails, so you probably just need to get a tape measure and head to the junk yard. Good luck. __________________ 72 3/4t Suburban 402BB (Daily driver for 8 years) 68 GTO (never ending proj) 91 Kawasaki ZX-7R 57 Chevy 210 Wagon - 9 Passenger (Wife's project-working on floorpans) 73 Corvette (17 yr old daughter's: Another project - what's wrong with me?) 53 Willys M38

05-25-2009, 04:46 PM	#5
ShortStepper Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Brandon, MS Posts: 25	Re: Another Gas Tank Question . . .. A little different question, but still in the same line. Does anyone know where you can purchase those street rod type gas fill door housings for a through the bed fill to a rear mounted blazer tank?

05-25-2009, 05:56 PM	#6
stueber68 1968 C20 Vortec Beast Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: STILLWATER,OKLAHOMA Posts: 483	Re: Another Gas Tank Question . . .. I've heard that you can take one from a g-van all the way up to say a 90 modeljbut I haven't tried it my self. There have been some members here who have done it. __________________ Ugly or not it still kicks a**!

05-25-2009, 08:22 PM	#7
ATT Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Manchester, TN Posts: 136	Re: Another Gas Tank Question . . .. I got mine from summit racing it is a 16 gallon tank.

05-25-2009, 09:37 PM	#8
fishingjred73 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: LOUISIANA Posts: 812	Re: Another Gas Tank Question . . .. Here is a link for the gas filler doors http://www.haganauto.com/category_s/38.htm __________________ James '68 Stepside (ground up in progress) My 68 build thread http://louisianaclassictruckclub.fre...side-t956.html '81 SWB "Pap paw" (Driver) The 81 build thread http://louisianaclassictruckclub.fre...-swb-t960.html Member of www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/296290610747732/

05-25-2009, 10:35 PM	#9
ShortStepper Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Brandon, MS Posts: 25	Re: Another Gas Tank Question . . .. That's it! Thanks,

05-25-2009, 10:46 PM	#10
Uwe Blab Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Overland Park, Kansas Posts: 134	Re: Another Gas Tank Question . . .. What do people do for a spare tire with a rear gas tank mount? I have a trapeze set up, so I don't see being able to put in a tank between the rails behind the rear axle. Has anybody ever put in a tank in front of the rear axle (not looking for the saddle bag variety)? I know there's not much room and it would most likely have to be a custom.

05-26-2009, 07:48 AM	#12
hgs_notes GEARHEAD Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: MN Posts: 6,126	Re: Another Gas Tank Question . . .. This tank is from a 75 blazer. The advantage is a large tank with a low profile. They are easy to find, I got this one for $35 complete. The disadvantage is you have to move the rearmost crossmember back. It's easy enough to do, and it is cutout ont the ends to clear the bumper brackets. Mine is not installed yet, the pictures were just when I was making the crossmember change and checking the fit. __________________ If no one knows what you're doing, they can't tell you you're doing it wrong HG's Dream Car Build - Shelby Cobra Kit Build your own adjustable track bar 71 Long Fleet C/10 72 Jimmy 4x4 (Junkyard Jimmy) HG's Plow Truck '78 K35 Dually Bigass Farm Truck HG's thread of miscellaneous stuff

05-26-2009, 08:17 AM	#13
roadmaSSter Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 77	Re: Another Gas Tank Question . . .. I met a guy who got a tank out of a 1980 chevy van. The filler neck comes out the side and he made it so that the side marker light flipped open on a hinge to reveal the gas cap. He said the fuel sender was compatable with the stock gauge and all he had to do to mount the tank was to shave a little bit off of the inside of the frame rails. I saw the truck. It was really a slick setup that looked like it came that way from the factory. Plus, if you still plan on using your truck to haul stuff once in a while, you don't have to empty the bed just to put gas in.

05-26-2009, 06:36 PM	#14
vasquezmrysvll "the other guy" Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Olivehurst California 95961 Posts: 901	Re: Another Gas Tank Question . . .. im using a tank from a 76 chevy van. finished most of the fab work today. ill try to post pics later __________________ God Said,"Building A 10 Second Import Is Like Coming Out Of The Closet, In The End Ur Still....."EXPLETIVE"

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