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allen123 · 08-12-2008, 06:30 PM

That wouldn't be so expensive? Im not real good at making stuff so the easiest way would be the best.

71swb4x4 · 08-12-2008, 06:40 PM

The easiest way (IMO) would be a 69-72 blazer tank. The last I looked you could get into the tank for $250 with mounting straps.
You can do the marker light filler as seen in the FAQ section without spending a lot of money.

rscam · 08-12-2008, 09:24 PM

I am using a Jeep CJ tank. They are $86 to your door on EBAY. A sender is about $30. I have the marker light filler. The jeep tank dosen't hang low like the Blazer tank. Only bad thing is its 15 gallons. Thats no big deal for me. I only drive it a couple of hundred miles a month. The jeep sender is not compatible with the Chevy gauge. I am still working thru that. When you fill it up it goes to empty. I have changed gauges to a 73ohm full and 10ohm empty. It still isn't real correct but I will figure it out someday.

cameeks · 08-13-2008, 03:05 AM

I did the Blazer tank install. I have pics of it in my build thread.

Jerblazer72 · 08-14-2008, 02:52 PM

I relocated my tank by using a poly blazer tank. My truck is 4wd lwb. I also did the marker light filler. It was difficult and I do not recommend it unless you have a lot of time, patience and skills. To have it look decent, I am into it (marker filler set up) over 100 bucks for a marine filler, gates molded fuel line hose, clamps, fuel hose etc. Not for the faint hearted. Thats not to mention that I still have to weld up the hole I cut on the inside of my bed. If I had to do it over again, I would probably buy a fuel cell and have the filler in the bottom of my truck bed. That would be the easiest (lease amount of customization work).

mvfd70 · 08-14-2008, 05:53 PM

Anyone have any pics of the blazer tanks installed? I would like to see them from the rear and see how low they hang. I'm wanting something that's not visible with the bumper on.

67ChevyRedneck · 08-15-2008, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by mvfd70

Anyone have any pics of the blazer tanks installed? I would like to see them from the rear and see how low they hang. I'm wanting something that's not visible with the bumper on.

Blazer tank, stock height.

You can really only see it when you're at "bumper level." Standing up, looking at the truck it's not really noticable, especially if you paint it flat black. If my truck was lowered, no one would ever notice it.

ratpackv8sonly · 08-14-2008, 11:08 PM

If you look in my last post ( My NEW used wheels ) You can see that the blazer tank is not visible from the side view and barely from the rear but I dont have a picture from the rear yet.

69long"n"low · 08-15-2008, 10:57 AM

I dont know how expensive it would be but i have a lwb and was thinking about putting saddle tanks infront of the wheels in between the bed side and the frame. Im in the marine industry so i was gonna use plastic boat tanks dont know how well it will work just a though.

cameeks · 08-15-2008, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by 69long"n"low

I dont know how expensive it would be but i have a lwb and was thinking about putting saddle tanks infront of the wheels in between the bed side and the frame. Im in the marine industry so i was gonna use plastic boat tanks dont know how well it will work just a though.

I would say rolling time bomb. They removed those in newer trucks because there was no protection from a side impact.

67mater · 08-15-2008, 12:18 PM

anybody put a tank in front of the rear axle? I know that later truck side tanks won't work as they have a special cab mount to clear the tank, but what about a blazer or poly tank between the rails, behind the cab? Not sure about the filler i suppose

estig70 · 08-15-2008, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by 67mater

anybody put a tank in front of the rear axle? I know that later truck side tanks won't work as they have a special cab mount to clear the tank, but what about a blazer or poly tank between the rails, behind the cab? Not sure about the filler i suppose

Drive shaft?????

Eric

67mater · 08-15-2008, 12:25 PM

maybe an issue for the lowered guys buy mine is getting a lift so there's plenty of room out of the driveshaft area

cameeks · 08-15-2008, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 67mater

anybody put a tank in front of the rear axle? I know that later truck side tanks won't work as they have a special cab mount to clear the tank, but what about a blazer or poly tank between the rails, behind the cab? Not sure about the filler i suppose

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67mater

maybe an issue for the lowered guys buy mine is getting a lift so there's plenty of room out of the driveshaft area

If you were able to mount it close to the cab you could fab up something to run the filler in the stock location.

I'm just thinking so I havent gone out and measured but would a S-10 tank work with what you are thinking of?

msgross · 08-15-2008, 12:28 PM

I had an aluminum tank made for under $400 shipped. Check out my build thread and you will see that it is level with the sport bumper...

Some have used blzaer or suburban tanks or a fuel cell from summit...

Texasbigblock · 08-15-2008, 12:46 PM

i used a 69 camaro tank

d10s69c10 · 08-15-2008, 03:44 PM

im suprised no one has mentioned a Fuel cell with chevy sending unit already in it.
you can get them in sizes from 3 gallons to 30 gallons. and you can mount them on top or underneath the bed.
plastic aluminum and i think ive seen a stainless one also.

+ they are foam filled meaning no slosh.

**John Fabris** · 08-15-2008, 04:03 PM

Also keep an eye out for 1961-1972 suburbans (and panels, not made all years) for they have bolt in gas tanks that fit our trucks with only having to modify one bed crossmember for clearance. I have a 65 gmc suburban tank in my 67....

I have also seen some suburbans that have two tanks, one in front of axel, one behind. I have the one behind as it is clearanced for a sparetire....

67mater · 08-15-2008, 04:21 PM

where are the suburban tanks mounted?

65ShortStep · 08-15-2008, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by John Fabris

I have the one behind as it is clearanced for a sparetire....

Does this mean you have the relocated tank and still manage to fit the spare Tire carrier back there (Under the bed)?

Just curious as that's what i've been trying to figure out how to do.

**John Fabris** · 08-15-2008, 04:53 PM

The suburban tanks fit in the same locations as the blazer tank.

As for tire clearanced tanks, I have only seen them on the 61-66 suburbans, and you would have to grab those years spare tire hardware as the 67-72 do not work with them.

71tahoe · 08-15-2008, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67mater

anybody put a tank in front of the rear axle? I know that later truck side tanks won't work as they have a special cab mount to clear the tank, but what about a blazer or poly tank between the rails, behind the cab? Not sure about the filler i suppose

Quote:

Originally Posted by estig70

Drive shaft?????

Eric

Really no room on a 2wd unless you have leaf springs and then get creative with exhaust. There is probably something out there for trailing arms because I'm getting used to being wrong

gmc1971harwich · 11-09-2008, 10:39 PM

i was also thinking of putting a fuel cell inside the bed. Has anyone ever tried this? I have a 71 GMC 3/4 ton 2wd

jorgensensc · 11-10-2008, 01:32 PM

I did the right up in the FAQ section about the installation of the blazer tank and Tennman's sidemarker fill. I wrote all the directions down and think I had probably 250.00 total on the install. I used an S10 filler neck. It tkes some patience, but can be done, I promise. I don't do the fillers in the bed due to not being able to haul anything large in the bed and filling the gas tank. You could easily mount a blazer/burb tank and put the filler in the inner wheel well, that way it wouldn't be on the floor if you have a stepside. You could also run it up the stake pocket if you wanted to fab a little more, just don't overfill the tank and you will be okay. just some ideas!
SHawn

72BlckButy · 11-10-2008, 03:49 PM

Here's a tank for sale for only $35 that should work....

LINK

77 k-5 gas tank, has been rust treated $35

08-12-2008, 06:30 PM	#1
allen123 It'll buff out Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Blanchard,Ok Posts: 1,376	Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank That wouldn't be so expensive? Im not real good at making stuff so the easiest way would be the best. __________________ 1972 Chevy c10 swb 2008 CBR600RR Grafitti edition My Build Cody Allen

08-12-2008, 06:40 PM	#2
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank The easiest way (IMO) would be a 69-72 blazer tank. The last I looked you could get into the tank for $250 with mounting straps. You can do the marker light filler as seen in the FAQ section without spending a lot of money. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

08-12-2008, 09:24 PM	#3
rscam Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Monroe,Georgia Posts: 313	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank I am using a Jeep CJ tank. They are $86 to your door on EBAY. A sender is about $30. I have the marker light filler. The jeep tank dosen't hang low like the Blazer tank. Only bad thing is its 15 gallons. Thats no big deal for me. I only drive it a couple of hundred miles a month. The jeep sender is not compatible with the Chevy gauge. I am still working thru that. When you fill it up it goes to empty. I have changed gauges to a 73ohm full and 10ohm empty. It still isn't real correct but I will figure it out someday.

08-13-2008, 03:05 AM	#4
cameeks Long Fleet Club Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Deer Park, TX Posts: 5,666	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank I did the Blazer tank install. I have pics of it in my build thread. __________________ Chris Meeks '69 Chevy Custom/10 Long Bed <-- Thread of the work I did before selling. Truck is now finished to the new owners design and running around. I was shown some pictures of the finished product. At least it survived the junk yard. FAQ Index by Krue Site Vendors Subscribe Here Forum Rules

08-14-2008, 02:52 PM	#5
Jerblazer72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kaysville, Utah Posts: 119	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank I relocated my tank by using a poly blazer tank. My truck is 4wd lwb. I also did the marker light filler. It was difficult and I do not recommend it unless you have a lot of time, patience and skills. To have it look decent, I am into it (marker filler set up) over 100 bucks for a marine filler, gates molded fuel line hose, clamps, fuel hose etc. Not for the faint hearted. Thats not to mention that I still have to weld up the hole I cut on the inside of my bed. If I had to do it over again, I would probably buy a fuel cell and have the filler in the bottom of my truck bed. That would be the easiest (lease amount of customization work).

08-14-2008, 05:53 PM	#6
mvfd70 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Opdyke, IL Posts: 775	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank Anyone have any pics of the blazer tanks installed? I would like to see them from the rear and see how low they hang. I'm wanting something that's not visible with the bumper on. __________________ 1978 Chevrolet Silverado 3/4 ton 400 small block. 2000 F-250 Powerstroke 2002 GMC Yukon Denali XL

08-14-2008, 11:08 PM	#8
ratpackv8sonly Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Las Cruces New Mexico Posts: 214	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank If you look in my last post ( My NEW used wheels ) You can see that the blazer tank is not visible from the side view and barely from the rear but I dont have a picture from the rear yet.

08-15-2008, 10:57 AM	#9
69long"n"low Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: SURREY BC, CANADA Posts: 278	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank I dont know how expensive it would be but i have a lwb and was thinking about putting saddle tanks infront of the wheels in between the bed side and the frame. Im in the marine industry so i was gonna use plastic boat tanks dont know how well it will work just a though. __________________ - Josh Im not white trash, I'm one step above that..... more like white clutter

08-15-2008, 12:18 PM	#11
67mater Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mundelein, IL Posts: 862	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank anybody put a tank in front of the rear axle? I know that later truck side tanks won't work as they have a special cab mount to clear the tank, but what about a blazer or poly tank between the rails, behind the cab? Not sure about the filler i suppose __________________ time is inversely proportional to money; that's why it takes me so long 1967 K10 1967 Camaro

08-15-2008, 12:25 PM	#13
67mater Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mundelein, IL Posts: 862	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank maybe an issue for the lowered guys buy mine is getting a lift so there's plenty of room out of the driveshaft area __________________ time is inversely proportional to money; that's why it takes me so long 1967 K10 1967 Camaro

08-15-2008, 12:28 PM	#15
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank I had an aluminum tank made for under $400 shipped. Check out my build thread and you will see that it is level with the sport bumper... Some have used blzaer or suburban tanks or a fuel cell from summit... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

08-15-2008, 12:46 PM	#16
Texasbigblock Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 252	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank i used a 69 camaro tank __________________ -Scott- 1970 C10 shortbed 396 1969 C30 dually flatbed "Vidalia"

08-15-2008, 03:44 PM	#17
d10s69c10 Built 4 Speed Join Date: May 2008 Location: Geneva FL Posts: 619	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank im suprised no one has mentioned a Fuel cell with chevy sending unit already in it. you can get them in sizes from 3 gallons to 30 gallons. and you can mount them on top or underneath the bed. plastic aluminum and i think ive seen a stainless one also. + they are foam filled meaning no slosh. __________________ 1969 C/10 Short Box: 496/T-56 in worx. "To Be Old And Wise, First You Must Be Young And Stupid"

08-15-2008, 04:03 PM	#18
John Fabris TOTY 2006 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Magalia CA USA Posts: 2,270	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank Also keep an eye out for 1961-1972 suburbans (and panels, not made all years) for they have bolt in gas tanks that fit our trucks with only having to modify one bed crossmember for clearance. I have a 65 gmc suburban tank in my 67.... I have also seen some suburbans that have two tanks, one in front of axel, one behind. I have the one behind as it is clearanced for a sparetire.... __________________ John Fabris 67 C10 SWB Last edited by John Fabris; 08-15-2008 at 04:04 PM.

08-15-2008, 04:21 PM	#19
67mater Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mundelein, IL Posts: 862	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank where are the suburban tanks mounted? __________________ time is inversely proportional to money; that's why it takes me so long 1967 K10 1967 Camaro



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08-15-2008, 04:53 PM	#21
John Fabris TOTY 2006 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Magalia CA USA Posts: 2,270	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank The suburban tanks fit in the same locations as the blazer tank. As for tire clearanced tanks, I have only seen them on the 61-66 suburbans, and you would have to grab those years spare tire hardware as the 67-72 do not work with them. __________________ John Fabris 67 C10 SWB

11-09-2008, 10:39 PM	#23
gmc1971harwich Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Cape cod, ma. Posts: 394	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank i was also thinking of putting a fuel cell inside the bed. Has anyone ever tried this? I have a 71 GMC 3/4 ton 2wd

11-10-2008, 01:32 PM	#24
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Re: Is there any way i can relocate my gas tank I did the right up in the FAQ section about the installation of the blazer tank and Tennman's sidemarker fill. I wrote all the directions down and think I had probably 250.00 total on the install. I used an S10 filler neck. It tkes some patience, but can be done, I promise. I don't do the fillers in the bed due to not being able to haul anything large in the bed and filling the gas tank. You could easily mount a blazer/burb tank and put the filler in the inner wheel well, that way it wouldn't be on the floor if you have a stepside. You could also run it up the stake pocket if you wanted to fab a little more, just don't overfill the tank and you will be okay. just some ideas! SHawn __________________ 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

11-10-2008, 03:49 PM	#25
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