rear brace fabrication after tank install - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Joe67 · 02-08-2005, 04:30 PM

I took these pics during the installation of my rear fuel cell this past weekend.
I'll remove it once It is properly located to clean up the frame appearance

I removed the rear brace support to clear the tank. I am considering the fabrication of another brace to go between the frame rails or can I just run without anything there?

I plan to run a rear roll pan so I am not concerned about the rear bumper brackets. Is there anything else I should be concerned about back there?

Thanks!
Joe

Low69CST · 02-08-2005, 11:13 PM

I would weld in a substancial (spelling?) brace back there. If you get rear ended, especially with a roll pan, you have zero protection around that tank. If it was my truck, something would be in there.

70c10swb · 02-08-2005, 11:20 PM

hidden hitch maybe???

btw what fuel cell is that?

progress is looking good Joe

BobbyK · 02-09-2005, 03:05 AM

Fab up a "C" channel of some sort.Maybe some 1"x4" boxed tubing or something.

modifiedGMC · 02-09-2005, 07:22 AM

I used a chevy luv tank and mounted it under the rear. I had to remove the rear brace but I went back and built a hidden receiver hitch which basically replaced the brace.

Joe67 · 02-09-2005, 08:23 AM

That is one of Mark's tanks (FuelCellGuy)

I am interested in putting something there for sure.
If memory serves from the teardown, I won't need any of those holes in the side of the frame for anything. Can I just box it in with no problems?

Does anyone have a link or a pic of a hidden hitch for these trucks?

Thanks.

TEXAS 68 · 02-09-2005, 08:58 AM

Is that the 16 gal tank?

Joe67 · 02-09-2005, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TEXAS 68

Is that the 16 gal tank?

I have the stats at home, but I believe it is a 17-18 gallon tank.

TEXAS 68 · 02-09-2005, 09:19 AM

Looks good, I talked to mark other day about my tank just need a few more dollars, if you don'y mind could you tell me how far below the frame that's hanging. Thanks

Joe67 · 02-09-2005, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TEXAS 68

Looks good, I talked to mark other day about my tank just need a few more dollars, if you don'y mind could you tell me how far below the frame that's hanging. Thanks

Thanks.
I'll get the measurements and the other specs tonight

Joe67 · 02-09-2005, 07:36 PM

Texas 68 -
The tank hangs 3" below the bottom of the frame rail and 3.75" inside the rear of the frame rail.
I took a look at my notes, and I have the 7" 16 Gallon tank from Mark.

TEXAS 68 · 02-10-2005, 08:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67c10step

Texas 68 -
The tank hangs 3" below the bottom of the frame rail and 3.75" inside the rear of the frame rail.
I took a look at my notes, and I have the 7" 16 Gallon tank from Mark.

Thanks, that's what I talked to him about for mine, I just need another payday or so to get my order in.

BubbaGreen · 02-10-2005, 10:20 AM

Early Classic sells a bracket seperately for the tanks they sell, I think it goes for $45.oo, would most likey be perfect for what you want. Its posted on there website in the gastank section

Joe67 · 02-10-2005, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BubbaGreen

Early Classic sells a bracket seperately for the tanks they sell, I think it goes for $45.oo, would most likey be perfect for what you want. Its posted on there website in the gastank section

Good find! Thanks

It even has the rear harness hole there... $45 isn't bad either

Joe67 · 02-14-2005, 05:03 PM

Thanks again for the help, I just ordered the ECE brace

Bowtiefreak · 02-14-2005, 05:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67c10step

Thanks again for the help, I just ordered the ECE brace

I was in the same situation as you and I ended up getting the rear brace from Dave at ECE also. Worked out great.

Joe67 · 02-22-2005, 06:25 PM

The brace is here

Nice piece as usual from ECE. Now to prime/paint or have it Powder Coated to match the frame

02-08-2005, 04:30 PM	#1
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,738	rear brace fabrication after tank install I took these pics during the installation of my rear fuel cell this past weekend. I'll remove it once It is properly located to clean up the frame appearance I removed the rear brace support to clear the tank. I am considering the fabrication of another brace to go between the frame rails or can I just run without anything there? I plan to run a rear roll pan so I am not concerned about the rear bumper brackets. Is there anything else I should be concerned about back there? Thanks! Joe __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

02-08-2005, 11:13 PM	#2
Low69CST Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA Posts: 2,163	I would weld in a substancial (spelling?) brace back there. If you get rear ended, especially with a roll pan, you have zero protection around that tank. If it was my truck, something would be in there. __________________ '69 CST Short fleetside Lowered, 400 small block, 700R4, 4 wheel disc brakes, front sway bar & rear camaro sway bar (in progress) '87 V10 4x4 Short Fleetside Quad Suspension and Dual Tanks

02-08-2005, 11:20 PM	#3
70c10swb no brain no headache Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Cape Cod MA Posts: 567	hidden hitch maybe??? btw what fuel cell is that? progress is looking good Joe __________________ 1996 GMC Sierra z71 1970 SWB 2wd (project)

02-09-2005, 03:05 AM	#4
BobbyK Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,Mi. Posts: 1,771	Fab up a "C" channel of some sort.Maybe some 1"x4" boxed tubing or something. __________________ 71 blazer,350SBC,approx.375HP,700R4,factory GM TPI.Dual electric fans,33x12.5x15 ATR on stock suspension. Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,MI. See ALL my Blazer pic's HERE

02-09-2005, 08:23 AM	#6
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,738	That is one of Mark's tanks (FuelCellGuy) I am interested in putting something there for sure. If memory serves from the teardown, I won't need any of those holes in the side of the frame for anything. Can I just box it in with no problems? Does anyone have a link or a pic of a hidden hitch for these trucks? Thanks. __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

02-09-2005, 07:22 AM	#5
modifiedGMC Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Walker Co. Alabama Posts: 474	I used a chevy luv tank and mounted it under the rear. I had to remove the rear brace but I went back and built a hidden receiver hitch which basically replaced the brace.

02-09-2005, 08:58 AM	#7
TEXAS 68 Vortec in the works Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Spring,Texas Posts: 735	Is that the 16 gal tank? __________________ 68? It's all figured out untill you get it apart. Is it Sunday yet??? 68 Project 68 SWB frame off/98 Vortec with stock FI/power everything. 95 ECLB 2500 with 346,000 on the clock(the original HD) 99 Lesabre-wifes ride 08 Crew Cab LTZ-All Mine 89 SWB 5/7 drop-Son's first ride.

02-09-2005, 09:19 AM	#9
TEXAS 68 Vortec in the works Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Spring,Texas Posts: 735	Looks good, I talked to mark other day about my tank just need a few more dollars, if you don'y mind could you tell me how far below the frame that's hanging. Thanks __________________ 68? It's all figured out untill you get it apart. Is it Sunday yet??? 68 Project 68 SWB frame off/98 Vortec with stock FI/power everything. 95 ECLB 2500 with 346,000 on the clock(the original HD) 99 Lesabre-wifes ride 08 Crew Cab LTZ-All Mine 89 SWB 5/7 drop-Son's first ride.

02-09-2005, 07:36 PM	#11
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,738	Texas 68 - The tank hangs 3" below the bottom of the frame rail and 3.75" inside the rear of the frame rail. I took a look at my notes, and I have the 7" 16 Gallon tank from Mark. __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

02-10-2005, 10:20 AM	#13
BubbaGreen Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Cedar Park, TX Posts: 686	Early Classic sells a bracket seperately for the tanks they sell, I think it goes for $45.oo, would most likey be perfect for what you want. Its posted on there website in the gastank section __________________ 71 Chevy C-10 SWB Fleetside RamJet-350/4L60e & Compushift/3.73Posi See it at www.prismnet.com/~grzanich

02-14-2005, 05:03 PM	#15
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,738	Thanks again for the help, I just ordered the ECE brace __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

02-22-2005, 06:25 PM	#17
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,738	The brace is here Nice piece as usual from ECE. Now to prime/paint or have it Powder Coated to match the frame Attached Images __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member Last edited by Joe67; 02-23-2005 at 07:10 PM.



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