Rear mount gas tank?

[northern 85]

Looking to install a rear mounted tank on a 66 step any info on a good deal, or pros and cons of some that you have? Thanks.

[lakeroadster]

Check out post #8 of my build thread, there is a parts list and a series of photos. If you have any questions feel free to ask. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=3528171

[C10Slim]

I just put in a CPP Alum. tank this weekend, was a breeze. I got the whole kit (tank, sending unit, bed mount filler and cap) for $450 off their ebay store.

[SIR]

I found this on another web site this guy used a 1960 f**D falcon gas tank I asked him about it and he said with vary little modification it was a "drop in"...with very little hanging down under the rear...all he really had to do was change the filler to another location,he said because there has never been gas in the tank he didn't worry about fire............

[mano]

Originally Posted by C10Slim

I just put in a CPP Alum. tank this weekend, was a breeze. I got the whole kit (tank, sending unit, bed mount filler and cap) for $450 off their ebay store.

Do u have anymore pic of that CPP gas tank install, i am thinking of buying one for my 64.

[C10Slim]

Originally Posted by mano

Do u have anymore pic of that CPP gas tank install, i am thinking of buying one for my 64.

Easy enough to take some. What would you like to see?

[blk65fleet]

i also did the cpp tank on my truck. it was very easy and if you want to read a tech article classic trucks mag did a 64 project truck and installed the cpp kit.
heres the link
http://www.classictrucks.com/tech/cl..._iv/index.html

[Barn-core]

Has anyone used this "universal" tank from tanks inc.? Looks to me like it would be a clean, simple install like the Falcon tank posted above. Is it the filler location that you guys don't like? I don't think it would bother me to have my filler in the bed floor, and I'd love to get my tank out of the cab.
http://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/pa...rod/prd129.htm

[markeb01]

Here's a few earlier threads with a bunch of opinions and ideas:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...light=gas+tank
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...light=gas+tank
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...light=gas+tank

[northern 85]

Great info guys, anyone remember a chevell tank being installed?

[monolith]

I've used Aero Tanks in every one of my previous trucks- custom extended range tanks.

I'll likely be putting one in my 4x4 suburban as well, though I don't mind having the tank in the cab in my pickups.

He can make a tank to fit pretty much anything, also carries bed tanks, toy hauler tanks and pumps.

Here's the website:

www.aerotanks.com

[beefshreadder116]

does anyone know what fuel tank Lakeroadster used above. they dont mention it and he is now a blocked user.

[Captainfab]

Here ya go....

Originally Posted by lakeroadster

Based on the dimensions shown in the Tanks link, 30-1/4 x 21-3/4, I think their "Universal" it is too big for our trucks. I used the Tanks 49-52 Chevy passenger car tank that is 27.5 x 19.5 and it was a tight fit... even after trimming the frame rails a bit.

And I will admit, for me, putting the gas filler neck in the floor of the bed wasn't something I wanted to do.

Originally Posted by beefshreadder116

does anyone know what fuel tank Lakeroadster used above. they dont mention it and he is now a blocked user.

[McCoyAZ]

Try looking here: http://talk.classicparts.com/showthr...t=13928&page=1

maybe what you want to know is there.

[pdxhall]

I am using the falcon gas tank in my build. I haven't finished it up completely but here's what I did.

[SnowNeck]

Originally Posted by pdxhall

I am using the falcon gas tank in my build. I haven't finished it up completely but here's what I did.

excuse me sir, what tank is that? I NEED a replacement for my 85 stepside, and that looks to be the exact one that was put into my truck years ago.! please respound, my tank is leaking out currently hahah

[scottco]

This is how I did mine.. works great..

[SnowNeck]

Originally Posted by scottco

This is how I did mine.. works great..

See mines in already but leaking cause of a poor exhaust job that resulted in it banging it and putting a hole in it. Any ideas what tank I have?

[pdxhall]

Originally Posted by SnowNeck

excuse me sir, what tank is that? I NEED a replacement for my 85 stepside, and that looks to be the exact one that was put into my truck years ago.! please respound, my tank is leaking out currently hahah

It's a 64-66 Mustang/Falcon tank.

[1BAD65]

Originally Posted by pdxhall

I am using the falcon gas tank in my build. I haven't finished it up completely but here's what I did.

looks great !!

I see its a tanks.inc 64-68 Mustang Tank kit.

[vince1]

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=742282

The Jeep tank is easy but only 15 gal. and sending unit does not match our gauge.

[1BAD65]

In Case anyone is looking for a cheap 16 gallon gas tank that F**d Mustang tank is only $53.79 on Rock Auto shipping costs vary by your location.

DORMAN 576036

You will need a sending kit as well

SPECTRA PREMIUM/COOLING DEPOT FG86A (3/8 line) $37.00

[shoveldug]

Originally Posted by 1BAD65

In Case anyone is looking for a cheap 16 gallon gas tank that F**d Mustang tank is only $53.79 on Rock Auto shipping costs vary by your location.

DORMAN 576036

You will need a sending kit as well

SPECTRA PREMIUM/COOLING DEPOT FG86A (3/8 line) $37.00

Thank you sir!

[vince1]

It seems obvious but don't overlook the need for venting. I saw an unfinished truck at a car show that looked like the tank was collapsing. The sending unit vent was capped off and the fuel filler cap looked like maybe it was of a non venting type.

[Chevystep]

My problem with most tanks is the filler location in the bed, which I don’t want. So I decided to go with a 69 Camaro tank with the license plate fill location. I’m currently mocking this up and will try to post some pictures when I get time. I’m at the end of a resto and haven’t put the bed boards in my 66 longstep, so the tank stuff is a LITTLE easier. It DOES put the entire tank below the frame rails, but it’s still way above the diff., and I’ve coated the tank with bed liner while it’s new and clean. Look in the FAQ section on gas tanks for K1rodeoboater’s write up, but his is an older truck and I think the bed rails were wider?