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gmcdude · 09-22-2009, 10:19 PM

I am going to have a gas fill spot,hole in my metal bed, what I'm asking is those things they sell at the parts stores that replaced the round filler doors they are chrome and some are stainless steel. If the bottom can be trimed to fit my metal ribs. but do ya think it will work?

**LockDoc** · 09-22-2009, 10:25 PM

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How about a picture or a link to what you are talking about? That would help a bunch.

LockDoc

rwolf9653 · 09-23-2009, 06:33 AM

I think I know what you are talking about....., the chrome aftermarket gas doors or billit doors.

http://www.autoanything.com/chrome-a...A1815A0A0.aspx

Is this right??

Almost anything can be made to fit, it just depends on how much work you are willing to do to get it there.

gmcdude · 09-23-2009, 07:11 AM

Those are what I'm talking about. If I trimmed the under side to fit the metal bed.

rwolf9653 · 09-23-2009, 08:06 AM

I am sure that they can work, but you would have to find the one that will work best for your application. The ridges in the bed are pretty deep (3/16"??) so it will have to have a big enough collar to take that much out and still not break or discolor when you do it.
Summit Racing has a good selection with different specs and also has some universal ones that might work for you. Also check with some of the board vendors, they might have one for you that is a drop in unit.

gmcdude · 09-23-2009, 11:20 AM

thanks

usmc70c10 · 09-23-2009, 12:49 PM

gmcdude-
i am in the same situation as you are. just relocated my fuel tank under the bed and am working on getting a bed put in. one of the things i have been looking into is a billet gas door in the bed. i found this on a post the other day. hope it helps. not sure if it'll work, but let me know what you end up doing. would love to see pics.

http://www.classicperform.com/Store/...rucks/CPTD.htm

toddtheodd · 09-23-2009, 12:51 PM

Question... what if you have a load of... something... and you have to get gas?
Are you going to unload and reload it all at the gas station to get some gas?
Why not do the filler neck behind the side marker?
Or even in the wheel well?

FRENCHBLUE72 · 09-23-2009, 12:54 PM

That would work id just get some metal to fill the bed rib gap.

6772owner · 09-23-2009, 01:37 PM

I just used a Marine fuel filler on my 72' and used a hole saw to open up the bed so the filler would sit flush (or close anyway) and then just welded in a piece of sheet metal to support it. (Check my build thread to see the full story and pics) You do have to plan ahead a little if you have a load in the bed and need fuel.

toddtheodd · 09-23-2009, 01:37 PM

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09-22-2009, 10:19 PM	#1
gmcdude Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Abingdon, Virginia Posts: 300	Do ya think this will work I am going to have a gas fill spot,hole in my metal bed, what I'm asking is those things they sell at the parts stores that replaced the round filler doors they are chrome and some are stainless steel. If the bottom can be trimed to fit my metal ribs. but do ya think it will work?

09-22-2009, 10:25 PM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 26,078	Re: Do ya think this will work - How about a picture or a link to what you are talking about? That would help a bunch. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

09-23-2009, 06:33 AM	#3
rwolf9653 more ideas than money Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: spring grove, pa Posts: 1,068	Re: Do ya think this will work I think I know what you are talking about....., the chrome aftermarket gas doors or billit doors. http://www.autoanything.com/chrome-a...A1815A0A0.aspx Is this right?? Almost anything can be made to fit, it just depends on how much work you are willing to do to get it there. __________________ Randy 1948 Chevy 3100 5 window 1966 Chevy C30 Dually 1967 Chevy K10 1972 Chevy K20 1972 Chevy C10 1972 Chevy K5 Blazer 1987 Chevy V10 2003 Chevy Suburban

09-23-2009, 07:11 AM	#4
gmcdude Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Abingdon, Virginia Posts: 300	Re: Do ya think this will work Those are what I'm talking about. If I trimmed the under side to fit the metal bed.

09-23-2009, 08:06 AM	#5
rwolf9653 more ideas than money Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: spring grove, pa Posts: 1,068	Re: Do ya think this will work I am sure that they can work, but you would have to find the one that will work best for your application. The ridges in the bed are pretty deep (3/16"??) so it will have to have a big enough collar to take that much out and still not break or discolor when you do it. Summit Racing has a good selection with different specs and also has some universal ones that might work for you. Also check with some of the board vendors, they might have one for you that is a drop in unit. __________________ Randy 1948 Chevy 3100 5 window 1966 Chevy C30 Dually 1967 Chevy K10 1972 Chevy K20 1972 Chevy C10 1972 Chevy K5 Blazer 1987 Chevy V10 2003 Chevy Suburban

09-23-2009, 11:20 AM	#6
gmcdude Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Abingdon, Virginia Posts: 300	Re: Do ya think this will work thanks

09-23-2009, 12:49 PM	#7
usmc70c10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: California Posts: 8	Re: Do ya think this will work gmcdude- i am in the same situation as you are. just relocated my fuel tank under the bed and am working on getting a bed put in. one of the things i have been looking into is a billet gas door in the bed. i found this on a post the other day. hope it helps. not sure if it'll work, but let me know what you end up doing. would love to see pics. http://www.classicperform.com/Store/...rucks/CPTD.htm __________________ 70 C10 SWB

09-23-2009, 12:51 PM	#8
toddtheodd The oddest Todd around Join Date: May 2004 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 1,418	Re: Do ya think this will work Question... what if you have a load of... something... and you have to get gas? Are you going to unload and reload it all at the gas station to get some gas? Why not do the filler neck behind the side marker? Or even in the wheel well? __________________ "The greatest pleasure is to vanquish your enemies and chase them before you, to rob them of their wealth and see those dear to them bathed in tears, to ride their horses and clasp to your bosom their wives and daughters." Ghengis Khan IIOY???

09-23-2009, 12:54 PM	#9
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Do ya think this will work That would work id just get some metal to fill the bed rib gap. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

09-23-2009, 01:37 PM	#10
6772owner Gearhead Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,193	Re: Do ya think this will work I just used a Marine fuel filler on my 72' and used a hole saw to open up the bed so the filler would sit flush (or close anyway) and then just welded in a piece of sheet metal to support it. (Check my build thread to see the full story and pics) You do have to plan ahead a little if you have a load in the bed and need fuel. __________________ 2002 Saturn SL2, My D/D 2019 Ford Fusion SE, Ecoboost - Wife's D/D 1993 Camaro Z28, A4, CAI, Cat-Back Exhaust Project C10 (my 72' C10 w/96' LT1, 700R4, bagged F&R, 18's (for now), Short/Fleet) -- SOLD! Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313644

09-23-2009, 01:37 PM	#11
toddtheodd The oddest Todd around Join Date: May 2004 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 1,418	Re: Do ya think this will work side marker hidden gas cap tail light hidden gas cap __________________ "The greatest pleasure is to vanquish your enemies and chase them before you, to rob them of their wealth and see those dear to them bathed in tears, to ride their horses and clasp to your bosom their wives and daughters." Ghengis Khan IIOY???

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