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northern 85 · 01-12-2010, 06:43 AM

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* · 01-12-2010, 08:27 AM

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 · 01-12-2010, 02:38 PM

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 · 01-12-2010, 03:16 PM

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............

markeb01 · 01-12-2010, 03:16 PM

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 · 01-12-2010, 09:33 PM

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

monolith · 01-13-2010, 12:23 AM

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

mano · 01-14-2010, 06:08 PM

Quote:

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 · 01-14-2010, 06:14 PM

Quote:

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 · 01-14-2010, 11:02 PM

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 · 01-20-2010, 10:56 PM

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

*lakeroadster* · 01-20-2010, 11:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 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

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.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 01-21-2010, 07:21 AM

Shoe Horned this one in on my '62 Stepside.
The truck isn't stock though.
PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321173

beefshreadder116 · 11-12-2012, 05:59 PM

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

McCoyAZ · 11-12-2012, 06:08 PM

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

maybe what you want to know is there.

**pdxhall** · 11-13-2012, 12:18 AM

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

**Captainfab** · 11-13-2012, 01:20 AM

Here ya go....

Quote:

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.

Quote:

Originally Posted by beefshreadder116

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

SnowNeck · 11-27-2014, 09:08 PM

Quote:

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 · 11-27-2014, 09:16 PM

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

SnowNeck · 11-27-2014, 09:19 PM

Quote:

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?

**Captainfab** · 11-28-2014, 12:01 AM

My first guess would be a '73+ Blazer tank. Does your original gas gauge work? Is your engine carbureted or EFI?

Quote:

Originally Posted by SnowNeck

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?

SnowNeck · 11-28-2014, 01:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captainfab

My first guess would be a '73+ Blazer tank. Does your original gas gauge work? Is your engine carbureted or EFI?

My truck is carbureted, and I wana say it's the original, I have no idea if it's the original gauge, I want to say it is but its a little off, never left me stranded so I'll put it like that... The tank measures 28 inches in width, and around 22 in length. I believe my truck originaly had like a 16 gallon tank so that's why it floats around a little bit with a 20-22 gallon.

scottco · 11-28-2014, 01:12 AM

This is what I used,,
http://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/pa...prod/prd83.htm

**pdxhall** · 11-28-2014, 01:58 AM

Quote:

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.

**Captainfab** · 11-29-2014, 12:55 AM

In looking at your pic a little closer, it looks like that tank is a poly tank?

Quote:

Originally Posted by SnowNeck

My truck is carbureted, and I wana say it's the original, I have no idea if it's the original gauge, I want to say it is but its a little off, never left me stranded so I'll put it like that... The tank measures 28 inches in width, and around 22 in length. I believe my truck originaly had like a 16 gallon tank so that's why it floats around a little bit with a 20-22 gallon.

01-12-2010, 06:43 AM	#1
northern 85 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Fairfield Maine Posts: 1,759	Rear mount gas tank? 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.

01-12-2010, 08:27 AM	#2
lakeroadster Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: High Plains of Colorado Posts: 2,485	Re: Rear mount gas tank? 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 Attached Images

01-12-2010, 02:38 PM	#3
C10Slim Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Needville, TX Posts: 283	Re: Rear mount gas tank? 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. Attached Images

01-12-2010, 03:16 PM	#4
SIR SIR Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: grants pass oregon,usa Posts: 658	Re: Rear mount gas tank? 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............ Attached Images __________________ 66long low fleet http://community.webshots.com/user/LVNR66

01-12-2010, 03:16 PM	#5
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Rear mount gas tank? 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

01-12-2010, 09:33 PM	#6
northern 85 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Fairfield Maine Posts: 1,759	Re: Rear mount gas tank? Great info guys, anyone remember a chevell tank being installed?

01-13-2010, 12:23 AM	#7
monolith Zero Albedo Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: San Gabriel, California Posts: 478	Re: Rear mount gas tank? 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 __________________ Baz "Deserve's got nothin' to do with it." 66 GMC 1500 wideside longbed 250 4spd "Project Rekker"http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=467467 65 GMC 1Ton Panelhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...32#post4794432 65 Chevy Panel (former U.S.Navy truck) 64 Chevy Suburban Carryall 4x4http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358348 64 GMC 1000 wideside longbed 305 4spdhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=3600890(Rip- parts truck now) 68 Dodge Charger

01-14-2010, 11:02 PM	#10
blk65fleet Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: acworth,georgia Posts: 30	Re: Rear mount gas tank? 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

01-20-2010, 10:56 PM	#11
Barn-core Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Marysville, CA Posts: 40	Re: Rear mount gas tank? 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 __________________ Barn-core, contra mundum with a vengeance! "Our lady of blessed accelleration don't fail me now."

01-21-2010, 07:21 AM	#13
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: Rear mount gas tank? Shoe Horned this one in on my '62 Stepside. The truck isn't stock though. PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321173 __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D. Last edited by 1Bad62Pro/Street; 03-10-2011 at 10:02 AM. Reason: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=321173

11-12-2012, 05:59 PM	#14
beefshreadder116 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Walla Walla, WA Posts: 160	Re: Rear mount gas tank? does anyone know what fuel tank Lakeroadster used above. they dont mention it and he is now a blocked user. __________________ Projects: 66 gmc, SWB ,BBW,76 disc brakes/PS and rearend, pancaked crossmember 2 1/2" drop spindles 1 cut coil, 6" drop coils 2 " blocks c-notch with a 350.

11-12-2012, 06:08 PM	#15
McCoyAZ Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Kingman, AZ Posts: 1,574	Re: Rear mount gas tank? Try looking here: http://talk.classicparts.com/showthr...t=13928&page=1 maybe what you want to know is there. __________________ http://s994.photobucket.com/albums/af62/ScottAz2/

11-13-2012, 12:18 AM	#16
pdxhall Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Tucson, Arizona Posts: 2,084	Re: Rear mount gas tank? I am using the falcon gas tank in my build. I haven't finished it up completely but here's what I did. Attached Images

11-27-2014, 09:16 PM	#19
scottco Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 198	Re: Rear mount gas tank? This is how I did mine.. works great.. Attached Images __________________ 1964 C10 SWB original 1970 SS El Camino 1964 Impala SS http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649951

11-28-2014, 01:12 AM	#23
scottco Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 198	Re: Rear mount gas tank? This is what I used,, http://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/pa...prod/prd83.htm __________________ 1964 C10 SWB original 1970 SS El Camino 1964 Impala SS http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649951



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