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Metaldoc · 12-29-2015, 06:02 PM

Has anyone done an original looking cab mounted filler to a rear fuel.

notsolo · 12-29-2015, 06:43 PM

I think most have tried to stay away from Blazer type fuel fill. Not wanting to cut into a bedside but going for a hidden fuel filler. I used an 1 1/2" boat fuel fill in my blazer, trying to keep a smooth bedside but also use the original hole. If you have an 1 1/2 inlet into your tank it's not a bad option......http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=439895

Metaldoc · 12-29-2015, 07:15 PM

I'm talking about the existing filler hole in the cab. Running new filler tube to reach rear tank

**FL71C10** · 12-29-2015, 07:28 PM

Drewskiren did something along those lines on his crew cab build. Here's a link to one page of it.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=tank&page=80

cdowns · 12-29-2015, 07:33 PM

I doubt you could get it to accept the fuel and why bother movin the tank to the back if your going to have the fuel up your a$$

notsolo · 12-30-2015, 08:46 AM

Robert Duvall "Days of Thunder" I'm gonna give you a fuel line that'll hold an extra gallon of gas.

**special-K** · 12-30-2015, 09:33 AM

Sounds like a bad idea all around. Seems like a great way to accumulate condensation to feed the ethanol, a mile of filler that could leak, need to account for body to frame as well as cab to bed and bed to frame movement. And if you go through the floor, how much fall can there be to way back at the fuel tank. If you've ever had a square body or newer truck you know how onry they can be to fill sometimes, due to the path not being so direct. Maybe it's just diesel in the cold, but nothing sucks like standing in the cld blowing wind with a pocket full of gas money, a job to get to, and the truck will only let you dribble the fuel in while hand freezes because it won't let you set the trip lever

Metaldoc · 12-30-2015, 01:42 PM

My bed will be raised 2 inches so lots of slope. I just like the original look on the outside of this truck and won't be painting it. This truck will never see winter. I have no side markers, don't like bed fillers, too low for license plate ( I'm to old to bend over). So I'm undecided.

**FL71C10** · 01-03-2016, 09:21 PM

Rear taillight fill?

swamp rat · 01-04-2016, 05:07 AM

About 4 years ago or so there was a build that the guy was trying to make that happen, he had drilled a hole in the cab and had mocked up a long length of PVC pipe about 2" diameter from the cab back to the tank. I have not found or read any completion to the guys mock up, cant recall his handle or the build name, he did say the PVC was going to be replaces with different tubing, i would assume something like exhaust pipe..

I did find this in a search, not much help..

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...fill+tube+pipe
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Metaldoc · 05-08-2016, 08:27 PM

This is what I came up with and built.

In The Ten Ring · 05-08-2016, 08:56 PM

Well, there you have it. It can be done.

I'd like to one day move my tank to the rear and use the side marker light (stepside) to hide a the filler cap. I am crazy about "just in case" tools so I'd really like to free up that space behind the seat.

Metaldoc · 05-08-2016, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by In The Ten Ring

Well, there you have it. It can be done.

I'd like to one day move my tank to the rear and use the side marker light (stepside) to hide a the filler cap. I am crazy about "just in case" tools so I'd really like to free up that space behind the seat.

If I had side markers, that's what I would have done. But then again I like to be different and challenge myself. Plus it looks original.

SS Tim · 05-08-2016, 09:27 PM

Its not a matter of "if" it can be done. After all countless IHC pickups like my 75 used a filler tube through the cab leading down to the passenger side tank that ran under the cab and bed. The driver's side (aux tank) has a filler in the front fender.

I am in agreement with SpecialK that this may introduce more problems than it solves. At a minimum I feel it needs a float valve at the tank inlet and beads in the tubes to allow a more positive clamping of the hose joints.

Metaldoc · 12-14-2016, 12:25 AM

Just an up date on this, I've put over 1000 miles on it with several top ups. I hold the gas nozzle at 3/4 to full and the gas flows in well. I've had people ask if it had the original tank because of the fill local. It has worked out great.

Rich72C10 · 09-01-2020, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Metaldoc

Just an up date on this, I've put over 1000 miles on it with several top ups. I hold the gas nozzle at 3/4 to full and the gas flows in well. I've had people ask if it had the original tank because of the fill local. It has worked out great.

Hi Metaldoc - just wondering how this mod has been going for you, long term (and assuming you still have this setup).

I really want more room inside the cab (I'm a stereo guy) and a slightly bigger tank is a plus too. I also want to keep the original fill location - well because I want it to look original.

I have a feeling I'd be mulling this over for a long time for my 72 LWB Truck.

Andy4639 · 09-01-2020, 01:52 PM

Nice job sir! If we all thought the same this place would be very boring!

Metaldoc · 09-01-2020, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Rich72C10

Hi Metaldoc - just wondering how this mod has been going for you, long term (and assuming you still have this setup).

I really want more room inside the cab (I'm a stereo guy) and a slightly bigger tank is a plus too. I also want to keep the original fill location - well because I want it to look original.

I have a feeling I'd be mulling this over for a long time for my 72 LWB Truck.

Working great, not one issue. I'm a stereo guy as well.

incoma · 04-29-2021, 11:42 PM

What type of material did you use for the tubing from the cab to the rear of the truck? I was wondering if EMT conduit would work or if the zinc coating would cause a problem with the fuel.

LongBox · 12-14-2016, 01:09 PM

Great that you did this, as that's exactly what you wanted. My own approach would have been to go to the Blazer tank, modified to use a Camaro style filler located behind a hinged rear plate. To keep the original look, I'd have left the original filler on the cab, and welded the tube closed, to prevent any idiot from pumping the cab full of hi-test!

Metaldoc · 12-14-2016, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by LongBox

Great that you did this, as that's exactly what you wanted. My own approach would have been to go to the Blazer tank, modified to use a Camaro style filler located behind a hinged rear plate. To keep the original look, I'd have left the original filler on the cab, and welded the tube closed, to prevent any idiot from pumping the cab full of hi-test!

Having the filler neck behind the looks great but it's too low to the ground for this old guy.

LongBox · 12-15-2016, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Metaldoc

Having the filler neck behind the looks great but it's too low to the ground for this old guy.

Yeah, I know what that feels like

Tiger Joe · 12-15-2016, 08:42 AM

what was the point of moving the tank?

seems like a bunch of extra work when you could have just left the tank where it was behind the seat

Shinysideup · 12-15-2016, 09:53 AM

/\ what Joe said!

Metaldoc · 12-15-2016, 11:22 AM

17 gallon to 22 galloon, weight on the rear axle for control, no more gas tank in the cab, more storage behind the seat for stuff and speakers, no filler in the box to spill gas in the box, easy fill local. Yes it was a lot of work but I'm like custom touches. I have the best fabricator working on my stuff and I trust him with my life. Why be normal or grow up if you don't have to. I have one off fabbed parts and touches all over the truck, this is just one of my great ideas I think. No one else has this but me.

12-29-2015, 06:02 PM	#1
Metaldoc Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Ayr Ontario Posts: 1,122	Cab fuel filler to rear tank Has anyone done an original looking cab mounted filler to a rear fuel.

12-29-2015, 06:43 PM	#2
notsolo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Md Posts: 2,471	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank I think most have tried to stay away from Blazer type fuel fill. Not wanting to cut into a bedside but going for a hidden fuel filler. I used an 1 1/2" boat fuel fill in my blazer, trying to keep a smooth bedside but also use the original hole. If you have an 1 1/2 inlet into your tank it's not a bad option......http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=439895 Attached Images __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=635605

12-29-2015, 07:15 PM	#3
Metaldoc Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Ayr Ontario Posts: 1,122	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank I'm talking about the existing filler hole in the cab. Running new filler tube to reach rear tank Attached Images

12-29-2015, 07:28 PM	#4
FL71C10 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 2,508	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank Drewskiren did something along those lines on his crew cab build. Here's a link to one page of it. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=tank&page=80 __________________ 71 Chevy C10 Shortbed Stepside. LT1 with 4l60E. Just got back from painter, in assembly now.

12-29-2015, 07:33 PM	#5
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank I doubt you could get it to accept the fuel and why bother movin the tank to the back if your going to have the fuel up your a$$ __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

12-30-2015, 08:46 AM	#6
notsolo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Md Posts: 2,471	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank Robert Duvall "Days of Thunder" I'm gonna give you a fuel line that'll hold an extra gallon of gas. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=635605

12-30-2015, 09:33 AM	#7
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,859	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank Sounds like a bad idea all around. Seems like a great way to accumulate condensation to feed the ethanol, a mile of filler that could leak, need to account for body to frame as well as cab to bed and bed to frame movement. And if you go through the floor, how much fall can there be to way back at the fuel tank. If you've ever had a square body or newer truck you know how onry they can be to fill sometimes, due to the path not being so direct. Maybe it's just diesel in the cold, but nothing sucks like standing in the cld blowing wind with a pocket full of gas money, a job to get to, and the truck will only let you dribble the fuel in while hand freezes because it won't let you set the trip lever __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-30-2015, 01:42 PM	#8
Metaldoc Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Ayr Ontario Posts: 1,122	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank My bed will be raised 2 inches so lots of slope. I just like the original look on the outside of this truck and won't be painting it. This truck will never see winter. I have no side markers, don't like bed fillers, too low for license plate ( I'm to old to bend over). So I'm undecided.

01-03-2016, 09:21 PM	#9
FL71C10 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 2,508	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank Rear taillight fill? __________________ 71 Chevy C10 Shortbed Stepside. LT1 with 4l60E. Just got back from painter, in assembly now.

01-04-2016, 05:07 AM	#10
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank About 4 years ago or so there was a build that the guy was trying to make that happen, he had drilled a hole in the cab and had mocked up a long length of PVC pipe about 2" diameter from the cab back to the tank. I have not found or read any completion to the guys mock up, cant recall his handle or the build name, he did say the PVC was going to be replaces with different tubing, i would assume something like exhaust pipe.. I did find this in a search, not much help.. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...fill+tube+pipe . . . . . __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's

05-08-2016, 08:27 PM	#11
Metaldoc Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Ayr Ontario Posts: 1,122	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank This is what I came up with and built. Attached Images

05-08-2016, 08:56 PM	#12
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank Well, there you have it. It can be done. I'd like to one day move my tank to the rear and use the side marker light (stepside) to hide a the filler cap. I am crazy about "just in case" tools so I'd really like to free up that space behind the seat.

05-08-2016, 09:27 PM	#14
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank Its not a matter of "if" it can be done. After all countless IHC pickups like my 75 used a filler tube through the cab leading down to the passenger side tank that ran under the cab and bed. The driver's side (aux tank) has a filler in the front fender. I am in agreement with SpecialK that this may introduce more problems than it solves. At a minimum I feel it needs a float valve at the tank inlet and beads in the tubes to allow a more positive clamping of the hose joints. __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban Last edited by SS Tim; 05-08-2016 at 09:33 PM.

12-14-2016, 12:25 AM	#15
Metaldoc Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Ayr Ontario Posts: 1,122	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank Just an up date on this, I've put over 1000 miles on it with several top ups. I hold the gas nozzle at 3/4 to full and the gas flows in well. I've had people ask if it had the original tank because of the fill local. It has worked out great.

09-01-2020, 01:52 PM	#17
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank Nice job sir! If we all thought the same this place would be very boring! __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.



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04-29-2021, 11:42 PM	#19
incoma Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 865	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank What type of material did you use for the tubing from the cab to the rear of the truck? I was wondering if EMT conduit would work or if the zinc coating would cause a problem with the fuel. __________________ "Green Monster" (Red Sox fan) 1970 GMC survivor, 350/200 4R, 3.42 rear gears, 2.5/4 drop, ECE disc brake conversion, powder coated suspension

12-14-2016, 01:09 PM	#20
LongBox Registered User Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Vancouver BC Posts: 784	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank Great that you did this, as that's exactly what you wanted. My own approach would have been to go to the Blazer tank, modified to use a Camaro style filler located behind a hinged rear plate. To keep the original look, I'd have left the original filler on the cab, and welded the tube closed, to prevent any idiot from pumping the cab full of hi-test! __________________ Rick -69 GMC 910 Long Box, 350 -98 Chev Silverado 1500, 350 Vortec 4L60e -08 Mustang GT Convertible

12-15-2016, 08:42 AM	#23
Tiger Joe Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: South of Pittsburgh Posts: 428	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank what was the point of moving the tank? seems like a bunch of extra work when you could have just left the tank where it was behind the seat

12-15-2016, 09:53 AM	#24
Shinysideup Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Ocala,Fl Posts: 733	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank /\ what Joe said!

12-15-2016, 11:22 AM	#25
Metaldoc Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Ayr Ontario Posts: 1,122	Re: Cab fuel filler to rear tank 17 gallon to 22 galloon, weight on the rear axle for control, no more gas tank in the cab, more storage behind the seat for stuff and speakers, no filler in the box to spill gas in the box, easy fill local. Yes it was a lot of work but I'm like custom touches. I have the best fabricator working on my stuff and I trust him with my life. Why be normal or grow up if you don't have to. I have one off fabbed parts and touches all over the truck, this is just one of my great ideas I think. No one else has this but me.

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