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11-26-2004, 10:19 AM | #1 |
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PLASTIC or STEEL tank?
im fixing to attemp a fuel tank relocation project and was wondering what is the best way to go plastic tank or steel? and if anyone knows a kit that holds more gas than stock please let me know . thanks for any help you guys
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11-26-2004, 10:25 AM | #2 |
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Steel for sure.
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11-26-2004, 11:24 AM | #3 |
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go with the steel tank.
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11-26-2004, 11:39 AM | #4 |
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Steel would be my choice..
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11-26-2004, 01:05 PM | #5 |
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Steel looks better.
Plastic doesn't rust inside or out for daily driver's that sit out in the weather...like all this rain in the NW! |
11-26-2004, 04:10 PM | #6 |
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Will the steel(Blazer) tanks accept a fuel injected in-tank fuel pump??
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11-28-2004, 10:35 AM | #7 |
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I have the MTS 21 gal poly Sub/Blazer tank in my K10 Sub. Works fine, but, prior to install, I had to wrap a corner in Thermo-Tec Cool-it heat deflecting tape to protect it from radiant heat that emanates from the exhaust pipe 3-4" away. No problems, just a precaution taken per MTS's instructions. Something to consider, especially if you have a shortbed with a dual exhaust.
On my Sub, I still have 2-3 feet overhang behind the tank, so it doesn't hang to low. Since it's a replacement tank, it doesn't hang lower than the factory tank, obviously. I mention this because FCG makes a superior tank for pickups doing the underbed conversion. Much better than off-the shelf tanks. I only have the poly because I bought it years ago and I'm selling the K10. I'll eventually upgrade my K20 to a custom FCG tank or maybe even ECE's $800 27-gal SS tank. I have big plans.
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I believe ECE uses a separate hole (thru a removeable manifold) to mount any in-tank fuel pumps in their 27 gal Sub Tank, but I know that the combo sendor/in-tankd setups are available. I have a source amongst my papers. The main trick is getting the right length float arm and pick-up tube below the pump. Maybe a google search?
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12-05-2004, 08:56 AM | #9 |
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thanks for all the info you guys are very helpful every time i think i going to go with steel
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