Fuel tank conversion pix

[Alan's Classic]

I want to put my tank between the rails. I'm going to do a late model side fill in the bedside. I'd like to see what some of ya'll have done. I called CPP and they want 399 for a tank and about 25 for a sending unit. Is that about right. Is there a certain ohm sending unit I need?

If you have pix post them. (tank and filler neck)
What tank should I run?
Are you happy with the tank that you bought? (Fit, quality and price)
What company has the best deal?

I've already cut out the spare tire crossmember.

Thanks

[msgross]

I suggest aluminum or SS not poly. I tried a poly tank and it just felt like I was installing a plastic "kids toy" type product in the frame....

$399 isn't bad.

nolimit engineering make one for a few companies... Might be something around Atlanta that you can pick up and save shipping.

[scotts62]

What is the measurement between your rails? I just bought a new tank and if its close ill send you a link, and ill get a pic up so you can see

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by scotts62

What is the measurement between your rails? I just bought a new tank and if its close ill send you a link, and ill get a pic up so you can see

My measurements are 27 1/2 X 16 7/8

[Alan's Classic]

Here's a pic to help

[my67chevytruck]

Nolimit engineering makes good tanks. www.nolimit.net I have used there tanks on my truck and have had no issues. you can also search for member fuel cell guy who is on this site, he custom makes fuel cells as well.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by my67chevytruck

Nolimit engineering makes good tanks. www.nolimit.net I have used there tanks on my truck and have had no issues. you can also search for member fuel cell guy who is on this site, he custom makes fuel cells as well.

Thanks for the info. I will check them out.

[scotts62]

Here is the one i got. it would be a little tight after you cut and notched some, but its a thought..

Tank

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by msgross

I suggest aluminum or SS not poly. I tried a poly tank and it just felt like I was installing a plastic "kids toy" type product in the frame....

$399 isn't bad.

nolimit engineering make one for a few companies... Might be something around Atlanta that you can pick up and save shipping.

I agree not to use poly even thou late model vehicles use them, but they are tucked up and out of the way. Plus aluminum or SS has some bling factor.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by scotts62

Here is the one i got. it would be a little tight after you cut and notched some, but its a thought..

Tank

That is a good thought. The only thing is I need a side fill. I will do some searching. Thanks

[TR65]

Hey Alan,

Here is how I did my side fill. Stainless fuel injection tank is from Rick's Hot rod Shop. I had them put in a sender for the stock gage and one for the computer. Tank is ~18 gal and doesn't hang down very far. I fabbed the fuel inlet tubing and used a fuel cell snout for the filler and cap.

Well Alan, the board is so screwed up that it seems impossible for me to post pics.

OK I figured out how to manually resize so here are the pics.

TR

[scotts62]

Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

That is a good thought. The only thing is I need a side fill. I will do some searching. Thanks

Side fill like to the bed side? Where the cap goes it is threaded you could put a 45 on it and run it to wherever you want.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by scotts62

Side fill like to the bed side? Where the cap goes it is threaded you could put a 45 on it and run it to wherever you want.

Is there enough clearance under the bed floor?

[tommypic]

I am going with a 82-87 Blazer gas tank . I have found them new for less than a 100$ with the sending unit . If like me and on a budget , but if I had the cash it would be an aluminum tank http://www.speedyautoparts.com/find/CHBLAZER67.html

here is some how to links http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=234732

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=212828
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=117123

here is a good all a round FAQ Index thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669

[scotts62]

Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

Is there enough clearance under the bed floor?

should be yea, im raising mine 6 in so i dont know about stock setup.

[ChiefRocka]

When time allows...I plan on fabbing up my own rear tank. I know I could make a custom one for way cheaper than even the Blazer tank.

I used the No-limit one on my customers '67...very nice piece, but pricey for me right now.

I plan to build a tank to utilize the whole space back there, but kinda wrap under the frame too......keep'n it only about 6" max below the frame, mabey less....
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[vin63]

Here's the last photo I took when I was mocking up the rear end. My tank is a stainless 20 gal. unit that Fat Fendered Streetrods built for $400.

[Alan's Classic]

Thanks guys for the advice, tips and pix. It will be helpful when I make my decision.

[TR65]

Alan,

Got my pics posted to the original reply above.

Your truck work is looking good!

TR

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by TR65

Alan,

Got my pics posted to the original reply above.

Your truck work is looking good!

TR

Thanks for the pix and comment.

[1Bad62Pro/Street]

Check what I done with my Fuel Cell Bud.........




http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=281870

[Alan's Classic]

Sweet!!

[jonzcustomshop]

they mae 30 ohm and 90 ohm senders, I think the cut off year is 64-5? for the last of the 30 ohm senders, and then gm switched to 90 ohm.

[Alan's Classic]

I'm planning on using one of these fuel doors. I'm leaning toward the square one.