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jorgensensc · 10-26-2003, 01:40 AM

TTT

Adam12 · 10-26-2003, 01:51 AM

*cough* Hi I'm a umm... vendor, I think you should tell us the price and where to get them, so I can sell them to everyone at that price too *cough*

jorgensensc · 10-26-2003, 01:56 AM

HA HA HA!!!! I TTTed because I saw a vender *cough GMCPAUL* post a thread just minutes before. Thought he might comment so I could let the cat out of the bag.

**Tim Christian** · 10-26-2003, 06:30 AM

Why would you not tell? Man I have a LOVE for these trucks and want to see them restored. You are not going to hurt me by telling. Most of my customers buy from me because I stand behind what I sale and also try to go that extra mile for them. So lets here it. Were do you get them. Heck, I might want to buy one! LOL!!!!!!!!!!

68 Suburban · 10-26-2003, 06:41 AM

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Originally posted by jorgensensc
Good point 68 Suburban!!!! But to be fair, the vendors have run special deals for us, and I would hate to loose their knowledge base without at least a democratic vote. After all, that is what this country is all about, right Tx Firefighter!!!

Don't get me wrong, I like the vendors on the board and appreciate their input, but believe me, they make money on every deal they run. Running a "deal" is to get the attention of prospective buyers to their business. Hoping that they will get a repeat customer. Believe me, they are not loosing money on these "deals". Besides, it is not like you would be posting about how to buy the whole 67-72 product line cheaper. You are posting about 1 part.

This board is here, so truck enthusiast can exchange ideas and help each other out. Posting a good deal is what this board is all about.

Now if a vendor was running a deal on this same thing, and you posted on his post that it could be had for cheaper. That would be wrong.

71Chev · 10-26-2003, 07:08 AM

Post it! We want to know too. Maybe we can get a better deal also and pass the savings on to you guys. But we need to know where so we can check out the quality.

Les
@GMCPauls

GMan69 · 10-26-2003, 07:46 AM

jorgensensc,
The time has come. The vote is unanimous even with two of the highest volume vendors responses. We all anxiously await.
(drum roll please)

George

nu2-72 · 10-26-2003, 09:09 AM

I found a place that sells fenders cheap. Should I tell? Or I found a place that sells bumpers cheap. Should I tell?
Guess I miss the point. I tell my friends about deals, I tell my family. I did not ask the Chevy dealers permission to tell my friends what I paid and where. They asked me to.

jef5150 · 10-26-2003, 09:56 AM

well "manes" [cough] is offering a 21 gallon,[cough]poly tank,mounting straps,and sending unit,for[cough] $234.95,is your "secret vendors"price that much lower ??????? jeff

*rage'nrat638* · 10-26-2003, 10:10 AM

does anyone even care anymore???

greasemonkey · 10-26-2003, 11:24 AM

I forgot what we were voting on????

Iron-Butt · 10-26-2003, 12:17 PM

Me too!

jorgensensc · 10-26-2003, 12:25 PM

Alright, alright,

I see people are starting to get annoyed. Thanks to the vendors for giving me the heads up. Thanks for everyones patience!!! Now I just hope thatthis is worth your time. Here's what I got

1 New metal blazer tank
1 New sending unit
2 New holding straps
All the approptiate hardware

For 166.00 + tax. from the Truck Shop in Santa Anna, Ca
Total for me was 178.87
Part number ('63-'66) 63-107091
('69-'72) 69-107092
Phone number- 1-800-Chevy-47 (243-8947)

Yes I know they are a vendor, but they just started offering this setup. They had the poly tanks, but most people don't like them because they sag. These tanks appear to be made from good gauge steel, and appear quality. I was told they were 21 gallons (no baffles inside). They also told me they get them made 'down the street' that's why they are so cheap. I have been shopping for a tank lately, and new ones run around 230.00 + shipping. Even a used tank with used sending unit would cost me at least 100.00 (from members) and 150.00 from junkyards. A new sending unit would cost about 45.00 new. I hope I haven't wasted anyones time. Pleas don't flame me too bad if y'all already knew about them.

They sell the tank alone for 128.00

Custom Aluminum top or side fill 459.00 (Don't know if that is good)

If anyone knows anything negative about these tanks please do tell!!

Hope this helps, Sorry for the wait!!!!!
Shawn

[edit- I added the part number]

70short · 10-26-2003, 03:46 PM

Friday I went to A junkyard and pulled A blazer tank and everything I could get my hands on. (sending unit, fuel lines only half way foward on frame, monting hardware). I do have A question though. The tank has A small hole in it. its open less than A 16th. and maybe 3/8 of an inch long. It has A couple minor dents other than that its in relatively good shape. I know get to the question- Can this be repaired by brazzing or welding. Yes after the tank has been evacuated of vapors. By the way I picked it all up for $20.

ddsmith · 10-26-2003, 06:04 PM

Yes, the tank is fixable. The problem is who is going to fix it and how much will they charge you? With the extra effort required for this repair I would expect the cost of repair to be higher than a normal job. Some may not be willing to do it. If you or a friend is the one doing the repair then the extra effort may be worth it.

**smitty62** · 10-26-2003, 06:17 PM

That's where mine came from except I had to pay a little more shipping (lot farther from Ca.)

BTW--you don't repair gas tanks by welding or braze--the heat may melt the solder joints. You solder them.

sub4rvr · 10-26-2003, 06:25 PM

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They also told me they get them made 'down the street'

Mexico ??

It's not that far down the street. Not trying to start anything. Just thought it was funny.

RON WOODGEARD · 10-26-2003, 06:27 PM

Yes it's repairable. anyone that welds knows how to do it.. You fill it with water, Then brase or mig/tig weld it. Your local muffler shop could do this one easily.

If you were close by, I'd do this for nothing for you.

Ron

Quote:

Originally posted by 70short
Friday I went to A junkyard and pulled A blazer tank and everything I could get my hands on. (sending unit, fuel lines only half way foward on frame, monting hardware). I do have A question though. The tank has A small hole in it. its open less than A 16th. and maybe 3/8 of an inch long. It has A couple minor dents other than that its in relatively good shape. I know get to the question- Can this be repaired by brazzing or welding. Yes after the tank has been evacuated of vapors. By the way I picked it all up for $20.

nu2-72 · 10-26-2003, 09:50 PM

Now, I would like for the board vendors to compare the specs since they are now revealed.
How do yours compare ?
Tim, Wes, GMCPaul, do yours have baffles, lines, anything that make yours a better value?
I am leary of "made down the street" items. I want a warranty, thick gauge material and a name I can trust.
Perhaps this is name brand. Educate me.

dinnut · 10-26-2003, 10:02 PM

i already knew about truck shop. but i thought they were in orange california

http://www.truckandcarshop.com/
thats their website
they have good prices on a lot of stuff

c10crazy · 10-26-2003, 10:13 PM

truck and car shop has great prices. their sending units for stock tanks are only like $26 also.

jorgensensc · 10-26-2003, 10:47 PM

What I mean by made down the street is that the company that makes them for The Truck Shop is literally a block down the street. That means they don't have to pay for shipping etc. Yes it is in Orange, Ca I said Santa Anna because it is right there next to it, my mistake. The Truck Shop does stand behind their stuff,too.

70 Short, keep in mind that there might be more rust holes getting ready to come through. I suggest you spend a little more for the new tank, that way you don't have any fuel leaks later you can't see. Just My opinion though.

jorgensensc · 10-27-2003, 02:16 AM

Here's a pic.

*Randy70C-10* · 10-27-2003, 02:42 AM

Great info, thanks for posting! (that will be my next investment)

jorgensensc · 10-27-2003, 02:49 AM

Stay tuned for the install instructions. I got most of it installed today, just got a little more to go tomorrow!!

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10-26-2003, 01:40 AM	#26
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10-26-2003, 01:51 AM	#27
Adam12 I hate trannys Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Bakersfield,CA Posts: 160	cough Hi I'm a umm... vendor, I think you should tell us the price and where to get them, so I can sell them to everyone at that price too cough __________________ 70 SWB 481 ci, TH-400, Edlebrok Victor Jr. intake, Holley street avenger 770, Dynomax ceramic coated headers. Dual flowmasters. and only 3516134 more little things to do.

10-26-2003, 01:56 AM	#28
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	HA HA HA!!!! I TTTed because I saw a vender cough GMCPAUL post a thread just minutes before. Thought he might comment so I could let the cat out of the bag. __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

10-26-2003, 07:08 AM	#31
71Chev Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Indiana Posts: 3,074	Post it! We want to know too. Maybe we can get a better deal also and pass the savings on to you guys. But we need to know where so we can check out the quality. Les @GMCPauls __________________ 71 Chevy CST Long Fleet 350/350/3.07 leaf rear.

10-26-2003, 06:30 AM	#29
Tim Christian Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: TN/VA Posts: 6,389	Why would you not tell? Man I have a LOVE for these trucks and want to see them restored. You are not going to hurt me by telling. Most of my customers buy from me because I stand behind what I sale and also try to go that extra mile for them. So lets here it. Were do you get them. Heck, I might want to buy one! LOL!!!!!!!!!!

10-26-2003, 07:46 AM	#32
GMan69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Hernando, MS USA Posts: 1,153	jorgensensc, The time has come. The vote is unanimous even with two of the highest volume vendors responses. We all anxiously await. (drum roll please) George __________________ George Morgan Hernando, MS '69 C-10 swb fleetside '72 GMC swb Stepside

10-26-2003, 09:09 AM	#33
nu2-72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Amazonia, Mo. USA Posts: 2,821	I found a place that sells fenders cheap. Should I tell? Or I found a place that sells bumpers cheap. Should I tell? Guess I miss the point. I tell my friends about deals, I tell my family. I did not ask the Chevy dealers permission to tell my friends what I paid and where. They asked me to. __________________ 72 3/4 4x4 350 4spd 72 3/4 4x4 350 auto 2004 Duramax Silverado 4x4 2006 Duramax Crew cab 4x4 2010 Harley Ultra Limited 2011 Harley Street Glide

10-26-2003, 09:56 AM	#34
jef5150 Inline 69 Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: valleysprings,california Posts: 1,018	well "manes" [cough] is offering a 21 gallon,[cough]poly tank,mounting straps,and sending unit,for[cough] $234.95,is your "secret vendors"price that much lower ??????? jeff

10-26-2003, 10:10 AM	#35
rage'nrat638 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: THE FALL GUY CHICAGO IL Posts: 5,883	does anyone even care anymore???

10-26-2003, 11:24 AM	#36
greasemonkey Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Pace, FL Posts: 2,155	I forgot what we were voting on???? __________________ 1942 Master Deluxe 1969 C/10 1985 Blazer CUCV 1987 Jimmy 2004 Tahoe 2005 Silverado 1500 2005 Silverado 3500

10-26-2003, 12:17 PM	#37
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10-26-2003, 12:25 PM	#38
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Alright, alright, I see people are starting to get annoyed. Thanks to the vendors for giving me the heads up. Thanks for everyones patience!!! Now I just hope thatthis is worth your time. Here's what I got 1 New metal blazer tank 1 New sending unit 2 New holding straps All the approptiate hardware For 166.00 + tax. from the Truck Shop in Santa Anna, Ca Total for me was 178.87 Part number ('63-'66) 63-107091 ('69-'72) 69-107092 Phone number- 1-800-Chevy-47 (243-8947) Yes I know they are a vendor, but they just started offering this setup. They had the poly tanks, but most people don't like them because they sag. These tanks appear to be made from good gauge steel, and appear quality. I was told they were 21 gallons (no baffles inside). They also told me they get them made 'down the street' that's why they are so cheap. I have been shopping for a tank lately, and new ones run around 230.00 + shipping. Even a used tank with used sending unit would cost me at least 100.00 (from members) and 150.00 from junkyards. A new sending unit would cost about 45.00 new. I hope I haven't wasted anyones time. Pleas don't flame me too bad if y'all already knew about them. They sell the tank alone for 128.00 Custom Aluminum top or side fill 459.00 (Don't know if that is good) If anyone knows anything negative about these tanks please do tell!! Hope this helps, Sorry for the wait!!!!! Shawn [edit- I added the part number] __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE Last edited by jorgensensc; 10-26-2003 at 12:37 PM.

10-26-2003, 03:46 PM	#39
70short Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Boise ID Posts: 609	Friday I went to A junkyard and pulled A blazer tank and everything I could get my hands on. (sending unit, fuel lines only half way foward on frame, monting hardware). I do have A question though. The tank has A small hole in it. its open less than A 16th. and maybe 3/8 of an inch long. It has A couple minor dents other than that its in relatively good shape. I know get to the question- Can this be repaired by brazzing or welding. Yes after the tank has been evacuated of vapors. By the way I picked it all up for $20. __________________ "72" Red CORVETTE 4-speed 350 "70" Chevy Short Bed early stages of resto. Edel 600 cfm carb Weiand Stealth Intake HEI shorty Headers 4/2 Drop 295 50R 15 TOYO on 10 inch wide corvette rally rims at all 4 corners. "CHEVY RULES"

10-26-2003, 06:04 PM	#40
ddsmith Glowing since 1978 Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Lusby,MD,USA Posts: 532	Yes, the tank is fixable. The problem is who is going to fix it and how much will they charge you? With the extra effort required for this repair I would expect the cost of repair to be higher than a normal job. Some may not be willing to do it. If you or a friend is the one doing the repair then the extra effort may be worth it. __________________ 66 Chevy C30 Stakebody Dump, PS,PB, 327cu in 71 Corvette Coupe 454 4 speed 69 Chevy C20 Custom Camper



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10-26-2003, 06:17 PM	#41
smitty62 Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,234	That's where mine came from except I had to pay a little more shipping (lot farther from Ca.) BTW--you don't repair gas tanks by welding or braze--the heat may melt the solder joints. You solder them. __________________ Stepsides look like real trucks! Smitty Last edited by smitty62; 10-26-2003 at 06:21 PM.

10-26-2003, 09:50 PM	#44
nu2-72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Amazonia, Mo. USA Posts: 2,821	Now, I would like for the board vendors to compare the specs since they are now revealed. How do yours compare ? Tim, Wes, GMCPaul, do yours have baffles, lines, anything that make yours a better value? I am leary of "made down the street" items. I want a warranty, thick gauge material and a name I can trust. Perhaps this is name brand. Educate me. __________________ 72 3/4 4x4 350 4spd 72 3/4 4x4 350 auto 2004 Duramax Silverado 4x4 2006 Duramax Crew cab 4x4 2010 Harley Ultra Limited 2011 Harley Street Glide

10-26-2003, 10:02 PM	#45
dinnut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: missouri city, tx Posts: 4,486	i already knew about truck shop. but i thought they were in orange california http://www.truckandcarshop.com/ thats their website they have good prices on a lot of stuff __________________ 70 longbed 496/th400/Ford 9"

10-26-2003, 10:13 PM	#46
c10crazy Like a Rock! Join Date: May 2002 Location: USA Posts: 1,092	truck and car shop has great prices. their sending units for stock tanks are only like $26 also. __________________ 69 LWB Runs great - work in progress Mess with me and you mess with the whole trailer park!

10-26-2003, 10:47 PM	#47
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	What I mean by made down the street is that the company that makes them for The Truck Shop is literally a block down the street. That means they don't have to pay for shipping etc. Yes it is in Orange, Ca I said Santa Anna because it is right there next to it, my mistake. The Truck Shop does stand behind their stuff,too. 70 Short, keep in mind that there might be more rust holes getting ready to come through. I suggest you spend a little more for the new tank, that way you don't have any fuel leaks later you can't see. Just My opinion though. __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

10-27-2003, 02:16 AM	#48
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Posted a pic Here's a pic. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

10-27-2003, 02:42 AM	#49
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	Great info, thanks for posting! (that will be my next investment)

10-27-2003, 02:49 AM	#50
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Stay tuned for the install instructions. I got most of it installed today, just got a little more to go tomorrow!! __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

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