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BuckTruck16 · 10-21-2012, 12:25 PM

I bought a 16 gallon saddle tank for my '79 truck. The brackets are non existent, I tried salvage yards and gm dealers and found nothing. Is there a site that sells them? I was on classic parts and found a rear bracket for the saddle tank. Is there a different between the front and rear bracket? A bolt on frame one please. If you can please provide a link to the site or the product itself.

-thanks.

**old Rusty C10** · 10-21-2012, 12:45 PM

Im not sure if LMC sells the brakcets or not.. I know when i did my tanks the straps were the problem and those were cheapest at advanced

**hatzie** · 10-21-2012, 01:00 PM

GM had the Brackets with straps 7 years ago when I replaced mine. I believe the difference between the 16 gallon and the 20 gallon is the location on the frame. The brackets should be the same.
Look in the classifieds section for someone parting a truck and ask about the tank brackets.

BuckTruck16 · 10-21-2012, 03:48 PM

I looked over LMC and many other sites. Classic auto sells the rear, but personally I don't see a difference between the 2.

88Jimmy4x4 · 10-21-2012, 05:56 PM

The tank brackets are different in height, filler end of tank is a few inches taller.

ont_guy_38 · 10-21-2012, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 88Jimmy4x4

The tank brackets are different in height, filler end of tank is a few inches taller.

Ya i bought a set off a crew cab yesterday and was driving home and all the sudden I'm like crap one bracket is supposed to be higher then the other....Oh well hopefully i can maybe cut that part off the old one and weld it together as a rust free set of those are quite hard to find around here.

88Jimmy4x4 · 10-21-2012, 06:24 PM

Theres alot for sale on ebay...they go for about $75-$100 per set

I just installed my 16gal tank yesterday
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548335

ont_guy_38 · 10-21-2012, 06:41 PM

These were off a crew cab...wasn't even thinking about the frame being straight where the tank bolts on . It's just a farm truck so will make them work somehow. The brackets, gas tank and sending unit don't look like they are a year old and came with half a tank of gas for $50

1981Stepside · 10-22-2012, 10:36 AM

Do yourself a favour and put some pads on the straps or tank (I used dynamat sound deadner) to prevent squeaks. The new tanks I bought didn't have any rubber bonded to them.

BuckTruck16 · 10-22-2012, 05:29 PM

Yeah ours did not come with rubber either, there's a thread on people using different material from home. Not sure where it is. Was it pretty cheap?

Also I found a thread similar to this but I looked at the date and it was 5+ years old! I checked there sites and they don't carry 'em.

@88Jimmy4x4 Thanks for the thread that will really come in handy.

pontgta · 10-22-2012, 06:05 PM

Also, there are left and right bracket( for the 87 at least). I just learned that. I tried installing a left side bracket on the right side, and no go.... The passenger and drivers side are identical except the mounting threads. I am taking allot of pictures of what i am doing so will post soon....

oh almost forgot.... I took the bracket off a 20 gallon tank, so the 16 gallon are the same... i got the brackets that have the stud, so i can install the tank skid shields

1981Stepside · 10-22-2012, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by BuckTruck16

Yeah ours did not come with rubber either, there's a thread on people using different material from home. Not sure where it is. Was it pretty cheap?

Also I found a thread similar to this but I looked at the date and it was 5+ years old! I checked there sites and they don't carry 'em.

@88Jimmy4x4 Thanks for the thread that will really come in handy.

You can either use sound deadening material from your local auto parts store (usually not worth the price) or you can stop at a home improvement store and they sell this adhesive asphalt paper with an aluminum backing. Basically the same stuff. I bought a roll (16' I think) for under $25. I stuck it to the straps themselves and zapped them with a heat gun to melt the asphalt. Stuff is never coming off.

**hatzie** · 10-22-2012, 08:39 PM

I use 30# roofing felt cut with a straight edge.

88Jimmy4x4 · 10-22-2012, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by BuckTruck16

@88Jimmy4x4 Thanks for the thread that will really come in handy.

You can use anything for an anti-squeek pad, rubber strips, inner tube, roofing tar paper etc.

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Originally Posted by hatzie

I use 30# roofing felt cut with a straight edge.

Since I ordered new filler hoses from LMC, I bought their anti squeek kit for $10, but its just roofing tar paper like you used which appears to be what factory used by comparing old to new.

bnoon · 10-23-2012, 09:38 AM

These tank threads couldn't have more perfect timing. I have to add the passenger's side tank back on after a previous owner removed it. I wish he would have left the brackets though, those things sell like hotcakes!

88Jimmy4x4 · 10-23-2012, 01:05 PM

you can buy new brackets at www.classicparts.com if needed

BuckTruck16 · 10-23-2012, 04:09 PM

I called classicparts.com and I asked about the front bracket because it did not show up. Here they must have bought all of them from the dealer and now they are all sold out, 2 weeks ago. Guess I'm outta luck hehe, if anyone has passenger side brackets for sale for a 16 gallon please message me.

-Thanks

88Jimmy4x4 · 10-23-2012, 08:59 PM

check ebay....there are at least 10 listed RFN

10-21-2012, 12:25 PM	#1
BuckTruck16 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Pottstown Pennsylvania Posts: 42	16 Gallon Saddle tank I bought a 16 gallon saddle tank for my '79 truck. The brackets are non existent, I tried salvage yards and gm dealers and found nothing. Is there a site that sells them? I was on classic parts and found a rear bracket for the saddle tank. Is there a different between the front and rear bracket? A bolt on frame one please. If you can please provide a link to the site or the product itself. -thanks.

10-21-2012, 12:45 PM	#2
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank Im not sure if LMC sells the brakcets or not.. I know when i did my tanks the straps were the problem and those were cheapest at advanced __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

10-21-2012, 01:00 PM	#3
hatzie Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wentworth, NH Posts: 4,977	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank GM had the Brackets with straps 7 years ago when I replaced mine. I believe the difference between the 16 gallon and the 20 gallon is the location on the frame. The brackets should be the same. Look in the classifieds section for someone parting a truck and ask about the tank brackets. __________________ 1959 M35A2 LDT465-1D SOLD 1967 Dodge W200 B383, NP420/NP201 SOLD 1969 Dodge Polara 500 B383, A833 SOLD 1972 Ford F250 FE390, NP435/NP205 SOLD 1976 Chevy K20, 6.5L, NV4500/NP208 SOLD 1986 M1008 CUCV SOLD 2000 GMC C2500, TD6.5L, NV4500 2005 Chevy Silverado LS 2500HD 6.0L 4L80E/NP263 2009 Impala SS LS4 V8 RTFM... GM Parts Books, GM Schematics, GM service manuals, and GM training materials... 1973-1991 GM Light Truck Service, Unit/Overhaul, Wiring Manuals, Parts Books and Some 1968-1999 GM Service Training textbooks in PDF 1988-1998 GMT400 CK service manual project 1988-1993 GMT400 CK parts books. 1967-1972 GM Light, Medium, & Heavy Truck Service Manuals in PDF Please include at least the year and model in your threads. It'll be easier to answer your questions. And please let us know if and how your repairs were successful.

10-21-2012, 03:48 PM	#4
BuckTruck16 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Pottstown Pennsylvania Posts: 42	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank I looked over LMC and many other sites. Classic auto sells the rear, but personally I don't see a difference between the 2.

10-21-2012, 05:56 PM	#5
88Jimmy4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: houston, texas Posts: 1,974	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank The tank brackets are different in height, filler end of tank is a few inches taller. Attached Images __________________ 2008 Silverado Z71 RCSB 1991 GMC Jimmy 4x4 1976 GMC Sierra C15 SWB

10-21-2012, 06:24 PM	#7
88Jimmy4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: houston, texas Posts: 1,974	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank Theres alot for sale on ebay...they go for about $75-$100 per set I just installed my 16gal tank yesterday http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548335 __________________ 2008 Silverado Z71 RCSB 1991 GMC Jimmy 4x4 1976 GMC Sierra C15 SWB

10-21-2012, 06:41 PM	#8
ont_guy_38 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 1,006	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank These were off a crew cab...wasn't even thinking about the frame being straight where the tank bolts on . It's just a farm truck so will make them work somehow. The brackets, gas tank and sending unit don't look like they are a year old and came with half a tank of gas for $50 __________________ 1985 C10 2004 Avalanche

10-22-2012, 10:36 AM	#9
1981Stepside Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Port Coquitlam, BC Posts: 202	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank Do yourself a favour and put some pads on the straps or tank (I used dynamat sound deadner) to prevent squeaks. The new tanks I bought didn't have any rubber bonded to them. __________________ Proud UA member since 2009 My LT1 Silverado build-up: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=549660 Check out my new YouTube channel! - https://youtube.com/channel/UCXk5mZOQI1sEnu5bIkhe7fA

10-22-2012, 05:29 PM	#10
BuckTruck16 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Pottstown Pennsylvania Posts: 42	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank Yeah ours did not come with rubber either, there's a thread on people using different material from home. Not sure where it is. Was it pretty cheap? Also I found a thread similar to this but I looked at the date and it was 5+ years old! I checked there sites and they don't carry 'em. @88Jimmy4x4 Thanks for the thread that will really come in handy. Last edited by BuckTruck16; 10-22-2012 at 05:42 PM.

10-22-2012, 06:05 PM	#11
pontgta Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Haines City FL Posts: 461	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank Also, there are left and right bracket( for the 87 at least). I just learned that. I tried installing a left side bracket on the right side, and no go.... The passenger and drivers side are identical except the mounting threads. I am taking allot of pictures of what i am doing so will post soon.... oh almost forgot.... I took the bracket off a 20 gallon tank, so the 16 gallon are the same... i got the brackets that have the stud, so i can install the tank skid shields

10-22-2012, 08:39 PM	#13
hatzie Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wentworth, NH Posts: 4,977	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank I use 30# roofing felt cut with a straight edge. __________________ 1959 M35A2 LDT465-1D SOLD 1967 Dodge W200 B383, NP420/NP201 SOLD 1969 Dodge Polara 500 B383, A833 SOLD 1972 Ford F250 FE390, NP435/NP205 SOLD 1976 Chevy K20, 6.5L, NV4500/NP208 SOLD 1986 M1008 CUCV SOLD 2000 GMC C2500, TD6.5L, NV4500 2005 Chevy Silverado LS 2500HD 6.0L 4L80E/NP263 2009 Impala SS LS4 V8 RTFM... GM Parts Books, GM Schematics, GM service manuals, and GM training materials... 1973-1991 GM Light Truck Service, Unit/Overhaul, Wiring Manuals, Parts Books and Some 1968-1999 GM Service Training textbooks in PDF 1988-1998 GMT400 CK service manual project 1988-1993 GMT400 CK parts books. 1967-1972 GM Light, Medium, & Heavy Truck Service Manuals in PDF Please include at least the year and model in your threads. It'll be easier to answer your questions. And please let us know if and how your repairs were successful.

10-23-2012, 09:38 AM	#15
bnoon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Des Moines IA Posts: 1,250	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank These tank threads couldn't have more perfect timing. I have to add the passenger's side tank back on after a previous owner removed it. I wish he would have left the brackets though, those things sell like hotcakes! __________________ - 1981 Sierra 454, NV4500 swap - 2006 Z06, 25k miles - 1973 Nova - Project CarNova Virus on Youtube

10-23-2012, 01:05 PM	#16
88Jimmy4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: houston, texas Posts: 1,974	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank you can buy new brackets at www.classicparts.com if needed Attached Images __________________ 2008 Silverado Z71 RCSB 1991 GMC Jimmy 4x4 1976 GMC Sierra C15 SWB

10-23-2012, 04:09 PM	#17
BuckTruck16 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Pottstown Pennsylvania Posts: 42	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank I called classicparts.com and I asked about the front bracket because it did not show up. Here they must have bought all of them from the dealer and now they are all sold out, 2 weeks ago. Guess I'm outta luck hehe, if anyone has passenger side brackets for sale for a 16 gallon please message me. -Thanks

10-23-2012, 08:59 PM	#18
88Jimmy4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: houston, texas Posts: 1,974	Re: 16 Gallon Saddle tank check ebay....there are at least 10 listed RFN __________________ 2008 Silverado Z71 RCSB 1991 GMC Jimmy 4x4 1976 GMC Sierra C15 SWB



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