Jeep Wrangler Fuel Filler Door Question - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

WyoCustomC10 · 04-01-2010, 11:23 AM

I'm going to relocate my fuel tank using the LMC Blazer tank. I've been searching on here and have found a bunch of ideas. I was hoping not to have to do any metal work, so I was thinking about using a late model Jeep Wrangler filler neck and after market access door. I am searching junk yards for Jeep Wranglers so I can get all of the guts for this installation. All I will have to do is drill a hole in the bed side. Any thoughts on this?

-TJ

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**Classic Heartbeat** · 04-01-2010, 12:04 PM

I don't think that those type doors look good on these trucks. Maybe I am old fashioned, but you asked for opinions..

WES

cdowns · 04-01-2010, 01:20 PM

both those look to b mounted on flat panels check your bedside with a straight edge and see ifin its flat

WyoCustomC10 · 04-01-2010, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Classic Heartbeat

I don't think that those type doors look good on these trucks. Maybe I am old fashioned, but you asked for opinions..

WES

Opinions are always welcome! That is my biggest fear is to take away from the stock look of the truck, but this seems like the easiest/most accessable way of getting fuel into the tank without doing a bunch of body work. I am going to think about putting it behind the marker light, that seems the least evacive of the ideas I've seen on here.

RPBurris · 04-01-2010, 01:38 PM

The PO of my truck put in a filler in the bedside from a late model truck and i have often wondered about the same application you are looking at. Another option would be an H2 fuel door. I am surprised nobody has done this yet. If so i would like to see a pic. You can pick up the Wrangler fuel fillers pretty cheap on line. The curve of the bed is the tricky part like the previous post said. Wranglers are FLAT. I would not want to distort the bed side for a fuel filler.

oldblue1968chevy · 04-01-2010, 02:12 PM

I got a fuel door from a mid 90's chevy fullsize. I may do the sidemarker filler still. Do you have to cut the inside of the bed up? IS THERE FABRICATING INVOLVED? Or is it just being nifty with your hoses...

that sounds funny..

RPBurris · 04-01-2010, 09:40 PM

I am not sure about the filler in the marker light but the inside of my bed has a notch for the filler neck with the later model filler. The side marker looks like the same elevation but i have not seen pics of that done yet. I am sure there is a thread somewhere on the board.

Jacfourteen · 04-02-2010, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

Or is it just being nifty with your hoses...

that sounds funny..

Need advise on being nifty with your hose huh? Better watch out that can get you in trouble!

67ChevyRedneck · 04-02-2010, 02:14 AM

If you like the idea of the Wrangler filler... forget about the outside of the bed... put that puppy on the inside wall of the bed.

**wancosc356** · 04-02-2010, 02:35 AM

I picked up one of these. For a Hummer H2. I like it because it doesn't have the chrome rivets or hardware on the trim ring edge. It secures from the back side. And it is lockable. Its made of billet aluminum too. If I end up using it, I think it will look good mounted on the outside of the bed or inside. Just my 2 cents though.

tapeworm · 04-02-2010, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

If you like the idea of the Wrangler filler... forget about the outside of the bed... put that puppy on the inside wall of the bed.

+1! wouldn't look bad on the inside

also, I have seen somewhere on here where it was behind the marker light (as mentioned earlier) Very trick!

wHATANERD · 04-02-2010, 04:57 AM

I can understand not wanting to change the stock apperance of the truck, I'm the same way. I went with a 69 Camaro tank that fills behind the liscense plate. As you can see it sticks down a little below the bumper, but you would have to be looking for it to notice.

WyoCustomC10 · 04-02-2010, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

If you like the idea of the Wrangler filler... forget about the outside of the bed... put that puppy on the inside wall of the bed.

I would in a heart beat, the only problem is that I have a cab-over camper that I use on occation. With the filler inside the bed, it would be very difficult to fill'er up. Same with the tail light mod. I love the idea of the marker light, but I believe the hole is just too small and there is the possiblity of cutting yourself on the edge. Another option that I have not been successful in finding parts for is the stock blazer/'burb filler. But I think the Jeep door will be cleaner, it just will not be as vintage looking.

Thanks for all of the input!

04-01-2010, 11:23 AM	#1
WyoCustomC10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kansas City, KS Posts: 46	Jeep Wrangler Fuel Filler Door Question I'm going to relocate my fuel tank using the LMC Blazer tank. I've been searching on here and have found a bunch of ideas. I was hoping not to have to do any metal work, so I was thinking about using a late model Jeep Wrangler filler neck and after market access door. I am searching junk yards for Jeep Wranglers so I can get all of the guts for this installation. All I will have to do is drill a hole in the bed side. Any thoughts on this? -TJ __________________ 1970 Chevy Custom C/10 Dark Bronze & White, 406 C.I. SBC, Edlebrock Cam, Intake, TH350 Trans with cooler, Headman Headers, 2.5" dual exaust with 28" glass packs, 3:73 gears, Original Oak bed, Pace Edwards Roll Top Toneau Cover, Resounds Bluetooth Radio, Chevy rally wheels, 265/75R15 General AT2's

04-01-2010, 12:04 PM	#2
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,768	Re: Jeep Wrangler Fuel Filler Door Question I don't think that those type doors look good on these trucks. Maybe I am old fashioned, but you asked for opinions.. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

04-01-2010, 01:20 PM	#3
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Jeep Wrangler Fuel Filler Door Question both those look to b mounted on flat panels check your bedside with a straight edge and see ifin its flat __________________ 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

04-01-2010, 01:38 PM	#5
RPBurris Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Dyer, Indiana Posts: 395	Re: Jeep Wrangler Fuel Filler Door Question The PO of my truck put in a filler in the bedside from a late model truck and i have often wondered about the same application you are looking at. Another option would be an H2 fuel door. I am surprised nobody has done this yet. If so i would like to see a pic. You can pick up the Wrangler fuel fillers pretty cheap on line. The curve of the bed is the tricky part like the previous post said. Wranglers are FLAT. I would not want to distort the bed side for a fuel filler. Attached Images __________________ 1969 Chevy K20 Longbed

04-01-2010, 02:12 PM	#6
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Jeep Wrangler Fuel Filler Door Question I got a fuel door from a mid 90's chevy fullsize. I may do the sidemarker filler still. Do you have to cut the inside of the bed up? IS THERE FABRICATING INVOLVED? Or is it just being nifty with your hoses... that sounds funny.. __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

04-01-2010, 09:40 PM	#7
RPBurris Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Dyer, Indiana Posts: 395	Re: Jeep Wrangler Fuel Filler Door Question I am not sure about the filler in the marker light but the inside of my bed has a notch for the filler neck with the later model filler. The side marker looks like the same elevation but i have not seen pics of that done yet. I am sure there is a thread somewhere on the board. __________________ 1969 Chevy K20 Longbed

04-02-2010, 02:14 AM	#9
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Jeep Wrangler Fuel Filler Door Question If you like the idea of the Wrangler filler... forget about the outside of the bed... put that puppy on the inside wall of the bed. __________________ 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!

04-02-2010, 02:35 AM	#10
wancosc356 I Like Mine With No Shine! Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,705	Re: Jeep Wrangler Fuel Filler Door Question I picked up one of these. For a Hummer H2. I like it because it doesn't have the chrome rivets or hardware on the trim ring edge. It secures from the back side. And it is lockable. Its made of billet aluminum too. If I end up using it, I think it will look good mounted on the outside of the bed or inside. Just my 2 cents though. __________________ Michael 1967 Chevrolet C10 Short Fleet (Literal Ground Up....One Day) 2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 4x4 1969 Lincoln Continental Coupe Project FOR SALE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...ct=4578&cat=17 1981 Honda CM400 C Bobber SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384152

04-02-2010, 04:57 AM	#12
wHATANERD Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Uvalde, Tx Posts: 407	Re: Jeep Wrangler Fuel Filler Door Question I can understand not wanting to change the stock apperance of the truck, I'm the same way. I went with a 69 Camaro tank that fills behind the liscense plate. As you can see it sticks down a little below the bumper, but you would have to be looking for it to notice. Attached Images __________________ 1969 C/10 Longbed undergoing rebuild. Old Chevy's Never Die, They Just Rust Around The Edges

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