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**slepysal** · 05-31-2007, 06:08 PM

I did a search and didnt find an answer so here it is: To any 60-62 owners,

1) I now our frames a diferent , how hard is it to do an under bed gas tank?
I see kits for 63-up not for 60-62.

2) anyone swap there hydrulic clutch to a manual? what is needed?

Yes I know stupid questions, but hey ,I need to know ! Thanks

hewlett2002000 · 05-31-2007, 06:22 PM

well i dont know bout the clutch. but i have my 62 frame stripped down. i could take some pics and take some measurements and post um so you will know exactly what size tank you need.

**slepysal** · 05-31-2007, 07:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hewlett2002000

well i dont know bout the clutch. but i have my 62 frame stripped down. i could take some pics and take some measurements and post um so you will know exactly what size tank you need.

That would be sweet!!! Thanks

62ChevyStep · 06-01-2007, 12:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slepysal

I did a search and didnt find an answer so here it is: To any 60-62 owners,

1) I now our frames a diferent , how hard is it to do an under bed gas tank?
I see kits for 63-up not for 60-62.

2) anyone swap there hydrulic clutch to a manual? what is needed?

Yes I know stupid questions, but hey ,I need to know ! Thanks

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*LAFNATU* · 06-01-2007, 09:14 AM

I put a 83 Blazer tank in my 62, had to make some mounting brackets and a filler neck, and it turned out pretty good...

baddawg65 · 06-01-2007, 09:57 AM

Another thing to watchout for is if you have leaf or coil springs. I have a 65 and had to do a little mod to my aluminum tank. I replaced the crossmember in front of tank with channel iron and added one behind the tank to help prevent the Ford Pinto Flambe' syndrome.

hewlett2002000 · 06-01-2007, 12:07 PM

heres some pics of the frame. sorry but i havent had the time to measure. i will as soon as i can.

thekid54 · 06-01-2007, 05:53 PM

Just curious, why do you want to get rid of the hydraulic clutch?

**slepysal** · 06-02-2007, 12:32 AM

Kid, I was thinking of getting rid of the hydraulic clutch becuse the master cylinder on the 60 controls both the clutch and brakes.
But I ordered a willwood clutch master today .
Hewlett200200, baddawg65, lafnatu ,and 62chevystep thanks for the tips !!!

blackhawk77 · 06-03-2007, 11:43 PM

looking to place my 61lwb 2wd on a 4x4 frame anyone know what frame would be a good fit or 60s 4x4 frame near N.C.

**slepysal** · 06-04-2007, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blackhawk77

looking to place my 61lwb 2wd on a 4x4 frame anyone know what frame would be a good fit or 60s 4x4 frame near N.C.

HEY no highjacking!!!!

stepside66 · 06-04-2007, 01:26 AM

I believe the rear of the trucks are the same width and If I remeber right by the back cross brace is around 26 inches between the rails cause I planned on putting one in my 62 but got the 66 so I am doing the same thing with a fuel cell I will try to get the measurements tom for ya

05-31-2007, 06:08 PM	#1
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	1960 Questions I did a search and didnt find an answer so here it is: To any 60-62 owners, 1) I now our frames a diferent , how hard is it to do an under bed gas tank? I see kits for 63-up not for 60-62. 2) anyone swap there hydrulic clutch to a manual? what is needed? Yes I know stupid questions, but hey ,I need to know ! Thanks

05-31-2007, 06:22 PM	#2
hewlett2002000 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Cleveland, Tx Posts: 1,619	Re: 1960 Questions well i dont know bout the clutch. but i have my 62 frame stripped down. i could take some pics and take some measurements and post um so you will know exactly what size tank you need. __________________ Respect: 1. A feeling of appreciative, often deferential regard; esteem. 2. The state of being regarded with honor or esteem. 3. Willingness to show consideration or appreciation. When you fail to show consideration to others values you are showing disrespect.

06-01-2007, 09:14 AM	#5
LAFNATU Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: BILLINGS Posts: 87	Re: 1960 Questions I put a 83 Blazer tank in my 62, had to make some mounting brackets and a filler neck, and it turned out pretty good...

06-01-2007, 09:57 AM	#6
baddawg65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: wyoming Posts: 83	Re: 1960 Questions Another thing to watchout for is if you have leaf or coil springs. I have a 65 and had to do a little mod to my aluminum tank. I replaced the crossmember in front of tank with channel iron and added one behind the tank to help prevent the Ford Pinto Flambe' syndrome. Attached Images

06-01-2007, 12:07 PM	#7
hewlett2002000 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Cleveland, Tx Posts: 1,619	Re: 1960 Questions heres some pics of the frame. sorry but i havent had the time to measure. i will as soon as i can. Attached Images __________________ Respect: 1. A feeling of appreciative, often deferential regard; esteem. 2. The state of being regarded with honor or esteem. 3. Willingness to show consideration or appreciation. When you fail to show consideration to others values you are showing disrespect.

06-01-2007, 05:53 PM	#8
thekid54 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: LA, CA Posts: 296	Re: 1960 Questions Just curious, why do you want to get rid of the hydraulic clutch?

06-02-2007, 12:32 AM	#9
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: 1960 Questions Kid, I was thinking of getting rid of the hydraulic clutch becuse the master cylinder on the 60 controls both the clutch and brakes. But I ordered a willwood clutch master today . Hewlett200200, baddawg65, lafnatu ,and 62chevystep thanks for the tips !!! Last edited by slepysal; 06-02-2007 at 12:36 AM.

06-03-2007, 11:43 PM	#10
blackhawk77 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Spring lake NC Posts: 4	Re: 1960 Questions looking to place my 61lwb 2wd on a 4x4 frame anyone know what frame would be a good fit or 60s 4x4 frame near N.C.

06-04-2007, 01:26 AM	#12
stepside66 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: wichita ks Posts: 97	Re: 1960 Questions I believe the rear of the trucks are the same width and If I remeber right by the back cross brace is around 26 inches between the rails cause I planned on putting one in my 62 but got the 66 so I am doing the same thing with a fuel cell I will try to get the measurements tom for ya __________________ http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a1.../DSCN20132.jpg



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