Dual tank safety

[KCR]

I have owned several trucks and blazers in the past with dual gas tanks. I never had an accident where one caught fire from a ruptured fuel tank. I remember several years back when the 73-87 pickups with fuel tanks mounted outside the frame rails were allegedly dangerous to drive. Now that those trucks are no longer manufactured, I haven't heard anymore about the safety issue.

My son will begin driving next year. I have been saving a cream-puff 85 Silverado short-bed for him but it has the dual tank setup. Was anything done by GM to remedy the problem with fires on the 85 model? If not, should I do something to ensure the safety of the truck before I let my son drive it?

Thanks for your help.

KCR,
Hodges, SC