Fuel tank replacement 1963 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

joeld · 08-22-2019, 08:52 PM

I need to replace the gas tank on my 1963 chevy shortbed. It's started leaking at the bottom area due to several small rust holes. After lots of reading thru old posts it seems LMC is the preferred vendor for this? Just want a simple replacement type. I will order the sending unit gasket and the rubber fill pipe also. Any tips appreciated.

Thanks
Joel

Softpatch · 08-22-2019, 11:11 PM

When you find the "Gasket"
Tube to body opening (under gas cap)
buy two
they are cheep and don't hold up...

The short hose (on the filler kneck)
is a bit trickey to get set right and able to get to the clamps.

Every one I have done I've had to "Fine tune the Float'
just be prepared to Open the tank More that once for adjustment
and Don't worry about hi side it's the low mark EMPTY is what you should be working towards.

Most these trucks have "Dancing" gas gauge
Because of sloshing in tank
....... and be mindful of the grounds you can never have to many Grounds on an old truck

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Did you know the Bed gas tank is almost the same price as the "In cab tank"
$140-$175
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joeld · 08-23-2019, 10:09 AM

Thanks for the reply. Yea, I did notice the price of the bed tanks. I assume the tanks that LMC sell are good quality?

Joel

**slepysal** · 08-23-2019, 11:04 PM

If your on a budget you can try to find one on craigslist offer up or letgo.

joeld · 08-23-2019, 11:44 PM

I ordered tank, grommet, neck, sending unit gasket and filler hose a few minutes ago from LMC. I'll post back next week when I get it all in. Thanks for the replies.

Joel

richards72chevy · 08-24-2019, 06:28 AM

I think lmc is kind of like harbour freight.Some things are great others are terrible.The few things I have got from lmc are fine.I'm going with a rear mount gas tank on my 66.I will more than likely get it from brothers or early classic enterprise.

ImpalaJim · 08-24-2019, 10:27 AM

I got the rear tank for 64 66 (LMC) mines a long bed does not work ugh!!! They don't say any thing about it being for short bed only

oem4me · 08-24-2019, 11:09 AM

Factory in-cab tanks are frequently for sale given the popularity of rear tank conversions. My first choice for quality is always going to be a factory part over aftermarket, and in this case they are cheaper too!

LostMy65 · 08-24-2019, 01:23 PM

How much did everything come to?

joeld · 08-24-2019, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lostmy65

how much did everything come to?

$262.99

**allchevy58** · 08-25-2019, 12:36 AM

Bought mine at Summit Racing, fit just fine.

Cohi · 08-25-2019, 08:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ImpalaJim

I got the rear tank for 64 66 (LMC) mines a long bed does not work ugh!!! They don't say any thing about it being for short bed only

I have a 66 LB, LMC's rear tank fit fine. I should have got a side fill, but oh well.

Softpatch · 08-25-2019, 10:43 PM

Bought a LMC (in cab ) tank
few years back for my 63 LB
good price It fit and worked No complants
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Sp
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joeld · 08-29-2019, 09:59 PM

OK. All parts arrived Wednesday around 2:00 PM. For the money I was satisfied with the quality, and everything did come in the same box. Installed the tank today without any major issues. Just a little aggravating doing it by myself. Got a few gallons of gas poured in and no leaks, will add more Friday but should be ok.

Joel

**slepysal** · 08-30-2019, 12:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joeld

OK. All parts arrived Wednesday around 2:00 PM. For the money I was satisfied with the quality, and everything did come in the same box. Installed the tank today without any major issues. Just a little aggravating doing it by myself. Got a few gallons of gas poured in and no leaks, will add more Friday but should be ok.

Joel

Great to hear! I feel you on working alone !!

08-22-2019, 08:52 PM	#1
joeld Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: lawrenceville ga Posts: 19	Fuel tank replacement 1963 I need to replace the gas tank on my 1963 chevy shortbed. It's started leaking at the bottom area due to several small rust holes. After lots of reading thru old posts it seems LMC is the preferred vendor for this? Just want a simple replacement type. I will order the sending unit gasket and the rubber fill pipe also. Any tips appreciated. Thanks Joel

08-22-2019, 11:11 PM	#2
Softpatch Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Vashon WA Posts: 969	Re: Fuel tank replacement 1963 When you find the "Gasket" Tube to body opening (under gas cap) buy two they are cheep and don't hold up... The short hose (on the filler kneck) is a bit trickey to get set right and able to get to the clamps. Every one I have done I've had to "Fine tune the Float' just be prepared to Open the tank More that once for adjustment and Don't worry about hi side it's the low mark EMPTY is what you should be working towards. Most these trucks have "Dancing" gas gauge Because of sloshing in tank ....... and be mindful of the grounds you can never have to many Grounds on an old truck . Did you know the Bed gas tank is almost the same price as the "In cab tank" $140-$175 . .....Sp . . . __________________ My Spelling is Not Incorrect...It's 'Creative' . . 1966 C-20 .....Swap 91 G-30(5.7 FI)/4L80E http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=789617 59 Viking Revival .. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632341 Last edited by Softpatch; 08-22-2019 at 11:22 PM.

08-23-2019, 10:09 AM	#3
joeld Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: lawrenceville ga Posts: 19	Re: Fuel tank replacement 1963 Thanks for the reply. Yea, I did notice the price of the bed tanks. I assume the tanks that LMC sell are good quality? Joel

08-23-2019, 11:04 PM	#4
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: Fuel tank replacement 1963 If your on a budget you can try to find one on craigslist offer up or letgo. __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

08-23-2019, 11:44 PM	#5
joeld Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: lawrenceville ga Posts: 19	Re: Fuel tank replacement 1963 I ordered tank, grommet, neck, sending unit gasket and filler hose a few minutes ago from LMC. I'll post back next week when I get it all in. Thanks for the replies. Joel

08-24-2019, 06:28 AM	#6
richards72chevy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: konawa ok/oakdale Ca. Posts: 1,652	Re: Fuel tank replacement 1963 I think lmc is kind of like harbour freight.Some things are great others are terrible.The few things I have got from lmc are fine.I'm going with a rear mount gas tank on my 66.I will more than likely get it from brothers or early classic enterprise.

08-24-2019, 10:27 AM	#7
ImpalaJim Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Kewanee IL Posts: 283	Re: Fuel tank replacement 1963 I got the rear tank for 64 66 (LMC) mines a long bed does not work ugh!!! They don't say any thing about it being for short bed only Last edited by ImpalaJim; 08-24-2019 at 10:46 AM.

08-24-2019, 11:09 AM	#8
oem4me Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Burbank CA Posts: 3,055	Re: Fuel tank replacement 1963 Factory in-cab tanks are frequently for sale given the popularity of rear tank conversions. My first choice for quality is always going to be a factory part over aftermarket, and in this case they are cheaper too!

08-24-2019, 01:23 PM	#9
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,530	Re: Fuel tank replacement 1963 How much did everything come to? __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

08-25-2019, 12:36 AM	#11
allchevy58 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Reno, Nv. Posts: 1,440	Re: Fuel tank replacement 1963 Bought mine at Summit Racing, fit just fine. __________________ 1927 Willy's Knight 24,000 original miles, 1958 Impala 283/Powerglide, 1971 Monte Carlo 350/350, 1972 GMC K2500 350/350, 1976 Chev. K10 350/350, 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD LBZ Duramax/Allison, 2006 Chev. Silverado K3500 LBZ Duramax/Allison

08-25-2019, 10:43 PM	#13
Softpatch Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Vashon WA Posts: 969	Re: Fuel tank replacement 1963 Bought a LMC (in cab ) tank few years back for my 63 LB good price It fit and worked No complants . . Sp . . __________________ My Spelling is Not Incorrect...It's 'Creative' . . 1966 C-20 .....Swap 91 G-30(5.7 FI)/4L80E http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=789617 59 Viking Revival .. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632341

08-29-2019, 09:59 PM	#14
joeld Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: lawrenceville ga Posts: 19	Re: Fuel tank replacement 1963 OK. All parts arrived Wednesday around 2:00 PM. For the money I was satisfied with the quality, and everything did come in the same box. Installed the tank today without any major issues. Just a little aggravating doing it by myself. Got a few gallons of gas poured in and no leaks, will add more Friday but should be ok. Joel

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