Gas Filler Behind Taillight Info?? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

gonebad2 · 10-30-2003, 11:17 PM

Hey Guys, I work for a Natural Gas utility company and a friend at work has offered to make a custom stainless steel under the bed gas tank for me. This guy is one of the best welders we have and can fabricate just about anything. I would like to locate the filler neck behind one of the taillights. I have never seen this but I have heard people talk about it. Does anyone have pics or info on this. Info is much appreciated.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 10-30-2003, 11:19 PM

It is in the "How TO" section of our website. Here is a link:
http://www.classicheartbeat.com/mark...t_gas_door.htm
WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

gonebad2 · 10-30-2003, 11:52 PM

Thanks WES. That is awesome. I added that one to my favorites. Mine is a 67 so I don't have side marker lights. If I did, that would be the way to go. I didn't see something for a filler neck behind the taillight though. Do I need to go to another area on that page? Thanks for taking the time to answer my post.

jorgensensc · 10-30-2003, 11:56 PM

Try the search function. I know I saw someone did it, but if I remember correctly they said they would NEVER do it again. Too hard They said.

gonebad2 · 10-30-2003, 11:59 PM

C'mon now, you're starting to scare me a little. I was hoping it would be an easy deal. Thanks for the reply

jorgensensc · 10-31-2003, 12:14 AM

Scarey??!!! Read for yourself, here:Tail light filler

gonebad2 · 10-31-2003, 12:30 AM

Thanks for the link. I already bought the LED's with clear taillights. I think I could handle that one. One thing that will help is that the stainless tank could be made to accept the filler from the start. I'll have plenty of time to do it. I'm gonna be off work for the next five months. One month healing from neck surgery and the next four after that: neck healing but should be able to get a few hours a day in on the truck. That is suck an awesome modification. I was talking to the electronics guy we have at work and he was telling me he could rig up a motor so it could be opened remotely from inside the cab. If I decide to do this, I will be sure to post pics.

72MARIO · 10-31-2003, 05:19 PM

I was the one that did the flip down tail light. You will need at least 20 hours to complete this mod. If you decide to do it feel free to ask for pitcures if you need them more detailed. I think you could figure out a better style hinge.

Good luck.

10-30-2003, 11:17 PM	#1
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	Gas Filler Behind Taillight Info?? Hey Guys, I work for a Natural Gas utility company and a friend at work has offered to make a custom stainless steel under the bed gas tank for me. This guy is one of the best welders we have and can fabricate just about anything. I would like to locate the filler neck behind one of the taillights. I have never seen this but I have heard people talk about it. Does anyone have pics or info on this. Info is much appreciated.

10-30-2003, 11:19 PM	#2
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	It is in the "How TO" section of our website. Here is a link: http://www.classicheartbeat.com/mark...t_gas_door.htm WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ 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

10-30-2003, 11:52 PM	#3
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	Thanks WES. That is awesome. I added that one to my favorites. Mine is a 67 so I don't have side marker lights. If I did, that would be the way to go. I didn't see something for a filler neck behind the taillight though. Do I need to go to another area on that page? Thanks for taking the time to answer my post. __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul!

10-30-2003, 11:56 PM	#4
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Try the search function. I know I saw someone did it, but if I remember correctly they said they would NEVER do it again. Too hard They said. __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

10-30-2003, 11:59 PM	#5
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	C'mon now, you're starting to scare me a little. I was hoping it would be an easy deal. Thanks for the reply __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul!

10-31-2003, 12:14 AM	#6
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Scarey??!!! Read for yourself, here:Tail light filler __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

10-31-2003, 12:30 AM	#7
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	Thanks for the link. I already bought the LED's with clear taillights. I think I could handle that one. One thing that will help is that the stainless tank could be made to accept the filler from the start. I'll have plenty of time to do it. I'm gonna be off work for the next five months. One month healing from neck surgery and the next four after that: neck healing but should be able to get a few hours a day in on the truck. That is suck an awesome modification. I was talking to the electronics guy we have at work and he was telling me he could rig up a motor so it could be opened remotely from inside the cab. If I decide to do this, I will be sure to post pics. __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul!

10-31-2003, 05:19 PM	#8
72MARIO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Huntsville Ontario Canada Posts: 4,052	I was the one that did the flip down tail light. You will need at least 20 hours to complete this mod. If you decide to do it feel free to ask for pitcures if you need them more detailed. I think you could figure out a better style hinge. Good luck. __________________ 1968 Suburban numbers matching all original truck now equipped with 6.0/4L80 on Accuair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=625017 1967 C/20 6.0/4L80 Roofing Truck 1990 V2500 Suburban "Plow Truck" 2005 TAHOE DD



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