Under Bed poly tank???????? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

72dually · 11-11-2006, 05:11 PM

I got the 21 gallon poly tank kit, maybe a poor choice at the time, but now that I'm at the finishing stage's of the chassis/paint, Im wondering what type of filler neck set-up you might recommend?? My truck has the steel bed

ghetto_superman · 11-11-2006, 06:13 PM

im thinking of getting the poly tank conversion for my truck as well.. i think maybe it would be safer than a metal one. what do you think of the poly ones? ups and downs?

**Ironhorse** · 11-11-2006, 08:24 PM

I have a poly tank under the bed of my '71 4x4 and am quite satisfied. Purchased from GMC Paul couple years ago. Installed the fuel filler in the bed on driver's side wheel well hump. Works well, no problem filling, and was a "do-it-you-self" install. Couple pics of the set-up.

**Ironhorse** · 11-11-2006, 08:29 PM

Pic of the truck with no fuel filler on cab corner.

msgross · 11-11-2006, 08:39 PM

I have a poly tank to install but wish I would have gone aluminum. It will work fine but the aluminum is made to fit and looks better I think. Tons of options for filler necks just do a search or check FAQ's.

72dually · 11-11-2006, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by msgross

I have a poly tank to install but wish I would have gone aluminum. It will work fine but the aluminum is made to fit and looks better I think. Tons of options for filler necks just do a search or check FAQ's.

I wish I had purchased the aluminum tank as well, but I'm commited now.

I did do a search but didn't find anything for this application

msgross · 11-11-2006, 08:56 PM

Look at this thread, it was his install, then look at his other posts and you will find his sidemarker install

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ghlight=filler

67ChevyRedneck · 11-11-2006, 09:01 PM

Not sure what you're looking for, but I did this to a stepside

The door/filler came from a 96 silverado. So an 88-98 should be the same and I think the S-10's and blazers used the same door from 98-04.

72dually · 11-11-2006, 10:26 PM

[QUOTE=67ChevyRedneck;1877461]Not sure what you're looking for, but I did this to a stepside

That looks real clean, very nice 67red. Im trying to stay away from cutting into the bedside. I also want to keep it away from the paint if at all possible.

msgross · 11-11-2006, 10:33 PM

there is info for the marker light install, stake post install and others. Or put a door flapper on your bed floor.

72dually · 11-11-2006, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by msgross

there is info for the marker light install, stake post install and others. Or put a door flapper on your bed floor.

I like what ironhorse has done, but not sure how that would play out on a lowered truck with 29x15.50 tires or even my possible change to 20" boyd timeless wheels?

I like the stake pocket swap with the marine cap, but again, dont want to do the cutting

Ram-Man · 11-11-2006, 11:44 PM

In the past I would have "thought a plastic gas tank?"

But now I plan on using one from Summitt. My new Dodge has a plastic gas tank along with alot of other new vehicles.

71C-10DAD · 11-12-2006, 02:34 AM

can someone give me a link to where i can do this with a aluminium or poly tank. I wnat the room behind the seat.

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-12-2006, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 71C-10DAD

can someone give me a link to where i can do this with a aluminium or poly tank.

Just about any Board vendor can get them

LINKY

72dually · 11-12-2006, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71C-10DAD

can someone give me a link to where i can do this with a aluminium or poly tank. I wnat the room behind the seat.

Thats the only reason I'm doing this swap, not cause I'm sketch out on the tank being behind the seat, but the fact a 2002 tahoe leather middle seat will be much more comfortable than the stock unit. Plus its got the cup holder option.......hehe

11-11-2006, 05:11 PM	#1
72dually Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Northern Arizona Posts: 687	Under Bed poly tank???????? I got the 21 gallon poly tank kit, maybe a poor choice at the time, but now that I'm at the finishing stage's of the chassis/paint, Im wondering what type of filler neck set-up you might recommend?? My truck has the steel bed __________________ 70 GMC shortbed fleetside with a 72 chevy costume Last edited by 72dually; 11-11-2006 at 05:16 PM.

11-11-2006, 06:13 PM	#2
ghetto_superman Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 1,982	Re: Under Bed poly tank???????? im thinking of getting the poly tank conversion for my truck as well.. i think maybe it would be safer than a metal one. what do you think of the poly ones? ups and downs?

11-11-2006, 08:24 PM	#3
Ironhorse Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Wellington, Ks Posts: 10,285	Re: Under Bed poly tank???????? I have a poly tank under the bed of my '71 4x4 and am quite satisfied. Purchased from GMC Paul couple years ago. Installed the fuel filler in the bed on driver's side wheel well hump. Works well, no problem filling, and was a "do-it-you-self" install. Couple pics of the set-up. Attached Images __________________ 1971 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 LWB 350 V-8 Was sm465-now 350TH/np205 Tilt, Tach, Towhooks Original Truck AM/FM Wellington, Ks

11-11-2006, 08:29 PM	#4
Ironhorse Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Wellington, Ks Posts: 10,285	Re: Under Bed poly tank???????? Pic of the truck with no fuel filler on cab corner. Attached Images __________________ 1971 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 LWB 350 V-8 Was sm465-now 350TH/np205 Tilt, Tach, Towhooks Original Truck AM/FM Wellington, Ks

11-11-2006, 08:39 PM	#5
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Under Bed poly tank???????? I have a poly tank to install but wish I would have gone aluminum. It will work fine but the aluminum is made to fit and looks better I think. Tons of options for filler necks just do a search or check FAQ's.

11-11-2006, 08:56 PM	#7
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Under Bed poly tank???????? Look at this thread, it was his install, then look at his other posts and you will find his sidemarker install http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ghlight=filler

11-11-2006, 09:01 PM	#8
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Under Bed poly tank???????? Not sure what you're looking for, but I did this to a stepside The door/filler came from a 96 silverado. So an 88-98 should be the same and I think the S-10's and blazers used the same door from 98-04. Attached Images __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

11-11-2006, 10:26 PM	#9
72dually Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Northern Arizona Posts: 687	Re: Under Bed poly tank???????? [QUOTE=67ChevyRedneck;1877461]Not sure what you're looking for, but I did this to a stepside That looks real clean, very nice 67red. Im trying to stay away from cutting into the bedside. I also want to keep it away from the paint if at all possible. __________________ 70 GMC shortbed fleetside with a 72 chevy costume

11-11-2006, 10:33 PM	#10
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Under Bed poly tank???????? there is info for the marker light install, stake post install and others. Or put a door flapper on your bed floor. Last edited by msgross; 11-11-2006 at 10:34 PM.

11-11-2006, 11:44 PM	#12
Ram-Man Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 943	Re: Under Bed poly tank???????? In the past I would have "thought a plastic gas tank?" But now I plan on using one from Summitt. My new Dodge has a plastic gas tank along with alot of other new vehicles.

11-12-2006, 02:34 AM	#13
71C-10DAD Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Kansas Posts: 105	Re: Under Bed poly tank???????? can someone give me a link to where i can do this with a aluminium or poly tank. I wnat the room behind the seat. __________________ 1971 Chevy C-10 .

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