No limit FI tank vs the ECE FI Tank - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**wesmigletz** · 03-14-2009, 01:48 PM

I'm planning to swap a LSx engine into my 1971 truck. I would like to run an in-tank fuel pump. My first choice would be to run an in-tank pump in the tank behind the seat. If that isn't possible, I would run a blazer style tank with an in-tank pump.

Has anyone successfully installed an in-tank fuel pump in the stock, behind the seat on a 67-72 truck? Is it critical to use a baffled tank?

As far as blazer style tanks go, I have been considering either a No Limit or an ECE tank, but am open to other options.

No limit sells an EFI sumped tank and LS series fuel pump that will fit my 71 SWB. My only reservation is the aluminum construction. Should the tank being built of aluminum be a concern. Ideally, I would like the gas tank to out last me. The price is right on the No Limit gast tank, but I do not know anyone running run. http://www.nolimit.net/prodinfo.asp?number=TNK%2DEFI

From a search, the ECE Stainless Steel tanks seem pretty popular and well-built. I called ECE and they recommended their sumped tank, and then purchasing the GM ful pump for whichever vehicle the engine came out of. I asked, and was told that any of the common GM pumps would work. I don't have any experience whatsoever with late model engines and in-tank fuel pumps.

Can anyone with experience with the ECE tanks confirm the ability of the tanks to accept truck/Camaro/GTO in-tank pumps. Or, could you recommend a good fitting in-tank pump for an LSx engine?

TIA

Wes

**Hart_Rod** · 03-14-2009, 03:42 PM

I have an stainless ECE tank in my 69 Burb. Very high quality and great fit. The company that builds the tank for them can tell you exactly what pump you need.

I also have an aluminum EFI tank in my 67 crewcab, it was built by boardmember FuelCellGuy. Once again, high quality and great fit.

I think it's just a matter of preference as for as stainless or aluminum. The aluminum is cheaper, but the stainless has the wow factor. They both will outlast your truck (and you!) more than likely,

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**wesmigletz** · 03-14-2009, 07:20 PM

Hart Rod, thank you for the information. Did you have to notch your frame for either of the tanks you used? Would you happen to still have the contact information for fuel cell guy?

Thanks again,

Wes

**Hart_Rod** · 03-14-2009, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by wesmigletz

Hart Rod, thank you for the information. Did you have to notch your frame for either of the tanks you used? Would you happen to still have the contact information for fuel cell guy?

Thanks again,

Wes

No notching required. I did remove the factory rear frame cross brace and installed the ECE rear brace. This gave me another couple inches of room. That was pretty much it, other than drilling the mounting holes. I don't have FuelCellGuys phone number, but you can look up his boardname and PM him with any questions.
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**wesmigletz** · 03-14-2009, 11:34 PM

Hart Rod, thank you. Fuel Cell Guy's site is http://www.aluminumfuelcell.com/

**wesmigletz** · 03-18-2009, 10:24 PM

I ordered a tank from the Fuel Cell Guy Yesterday with an LSx pump. I will post pics when I get it installed.

Thealien · 11-09-2009, 08:43 PM

Any updates on the tank/install?

03-14-2009, 01:48 PM	#1
wesmigletz Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Parker, Texas Posts: 685	No limit FI tank vs the ECE FI Tank I'm planning to swap a LSx engine into my 1971 truck. I would like to run an in-tank fuel pump. My first choice would be to run an in-tank pump in the tank behind the seat. If that isn't possible, I would run a blazer style tank with an in-tank pump. Has anyone successfully installed an in-tank fuel pump in the stock, behind the seat on a 67-72 truck? Is it critical to use a baffled tank? As far as blazer style tanks go, I have been considering either a No Limit or an ECE tank, but am open to other options. No limit sells an EFI sumped tank and LS series fuel pump that will fit my 71 SWB. My only reservation is the aluminum construction. Should the tank being built of aluminum be a concern. Ideally, I would like the gas tank to out last me. The price is right on the No Limit gast tank, but I do not know anyone running run. http://www.nolimit.net/prodinfo.asp?number=TNK%2DEFI From a search, the ECE Stainless Steel tanks seem pretty popular and well-built. I called ECE and they recommended their sumped tank, and then purchasing the GM ful pump for whichever vehicle the engine came out of. I asked, and was told that any of the common GM pumps would work. I don't have any experience whatsoever with late model engines and in-tank fuel pumps. Can anyone with experience with the ECE tanks confirm the ability of the tanks to accept truck/Camaro/GTO in-tank pumps. Or, could you recommend a good fitting in-tank pump for an LSx engine? TIA Wes __________________ 1970 2WD K5 1968 Camaro Conv 1967 Chevy SWB 1964 Malibu SS 1957 Corvette Pics www.picturetrail.com/wesmigletz

03-14-2009, 03:42 PM	#2
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,856	Re: No limit FI tank vs the ECE FI Tank I have an stainless ECE tank in my 69 Burb. Very high quality and great fit. The company that builds the tank for them can tell you exactly what pump you need. I also have an aluminum EFI tank in my 67 crewcab, it was built by boardmember FuelCellGuy. Once again, high quality and great fit. I think it's just a matter of preference as for as stainless or aluminum. The aluminum is cheaper, but the stainless has the wow factor. They both will outlast your truck (and you!) more than likely, . Attached Images __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

03-14-2009, 07:20 PM	#3
wesmigletz Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Parker, Texas Posts: 685	Re: No limit FI tank vs the ECE FI Tank Hart Rod, thank you for the information. Did you have to notch your frame for either of the tanks you used? Would you happen to still have the contact information for fuel cell guy? Thanks again, Wes __________________ 1970 2WD K5 1968 Camaro Conv 1967 Chevy SWB 1964 Malibu SS 1957 Corvette Pics www.picturetrail.com/wesmigletz

03-14-2009, 11:34 PM	#5
wesmigletz Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Parker, Texas Posts: 685	Re: No limit FI tank vs the ECE FI Tank Hart Rod, thank you. Fuel Cell Guy's site is http://www.aluminumfuelcell.com/ __________________ 1970 2WD K5 1968 Camaro Conv 1967 Chevy SWB 1964 Malibu SS 1957 Corvette Pics www.picturetrail.com/wesmigletz Last edited by wesmigletz; 03-14-2009 at 11:44 PM.

03-18-2009, 10:24 PM	#6
wesmigletz Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Parker, Texas Posts: 685	Re: No limit FI tank vs the ECE FI Tank I ordered a tank from the Fuel Cell Guy Yesterday with an LSx pump. I will post pics when I get it installed. __________________ 1970 2WD K5 1968 Camaro Conv 1967 Chevy SWB 1964 Malibu SS 1957 Corvette Pics www.picturetrail.com/wesmigletz

11-09-2009, 08:43 PM	#7
Thealien Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pine Ridge Florida Posts: 4,125	Re: No limit FI tank vs the ECE FI Tank Any updates on the tank/install?



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