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09-14-2003, 11:27 PM
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Burb fuel tanks?
When I picked up my burb last week in Denver it showed 1/4 tank of gas so I fueled up before leaving and it held 36 gallons, how big are the stock tanks and was there a bigger tank as an option or do I have an aftermarket tank. I still havent figured out just how much this thing holds but I did get 11.5 MPG on the way back.
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09-14-2003, 11:43 PM
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Rob, I haven't seen any pics yet?
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72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale |
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09-15-2003, 12:03 AM
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Joe, I sent you link to my webshot album if the one in my signature dont work.
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09-15-2003, 12:09 AM
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Thanks Rob!!
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72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale |
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09-15-2003, 12:14 AM
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40 gallon
I've never run my dry but have been told the common aftermarket burb tanks we see quite a bit are 40 gallon tanks. I guess it could be near 42 gallons in size I've never run it dry and don't plan to. My gauge goes way over full when filled and is near dry (assumed at 40 gallons) near that 1/4 tank mark. The through bolts are similar to saddle tank mounts in pickups with 3/8 or 1/2 drive cap nuts on the bottom and the tank flares up towards bumper near rear of tank. You can also look underneath and see top of tank channeled to fit over body x-member. These tanks are a must have in my opinion.
Enjoy your new addition.
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09-15-2003, 01:14 AM
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My tank in my 68 Burb is 22 gallons.
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09-15-2003, 05:57 PM
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The 22 gallon tank is standard. It sounds to me that you have an aftermarket tank.
I have the factory tank, plus an aftermarket tank. Takes close to 40 gallons to fill! Makes my wallet whimper whenever I do! (In fact, that reminds me, I need to fill up before I hit the commute home today!)
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09-15-2003, 08:29 PM
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I have two separate tanks (20 & 15 gal) and would like to install one 40 gallon tank. What vendors would you recommend?
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09-17-2003, 05:24 PM
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09-17-2003, 07:29 PM
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Appreciate it! I'll see what I can find in J.C. Whitney and search for Aero tanks.
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09-22-2003, 07:34 PM
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My '72 came with a dealer installed 50-gallon unit!!
It's a scary fillup (Currently costs over $100 when empty)....but you can't complain about the "range" once it's full..... 
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09-22-2003, 09:29 PM
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Gas war between local stations has brought the price down to $1.15/gal. today. Might be worth you driving down for a tank full. lol
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