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Old 02-27-2005, 11:42 AM   #1
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dual tank switch

I need to find a dual gas tank switch. Is this a dealer only item? '81 swb.
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Old 02-27-2005, 12:01 PM   #2
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I bought one from a local parts supply house without a problem. Near half the price of the dealer.
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Old 02-27-2005, 01:12 PM   #3
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They are pretty easy to find. By the way, I love that movie you have on your avatar.
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Old 02-27-2005, 01:25 PM   #4
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You can find them at times on eBay. That is where I got a NOS one.
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Old 02-27-2005, 01:30 PM   #5
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You can find them at times on eBay. That is where I got a NOS one.
I looked there but I wanted to get one before next weekend. I'm going to drive the truck down to Pomona and would love to be able to use both tanks.

TrainD5115: it is one of my favs as well.
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Old 02-27-2005, 01:52 PM   #6
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I looked there but I wanted to get one before next weekend. I'm going to drive the truck down to Pomona and would love to be able to use both tanks.

TrainD5115: it is one of my favs as well.

Try your local NAPA store. I have seen them on the replacement parts rack in a local NAPA store here in Beaverton. They may have them too in your location.
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Old 02-27-2005, 01:59 PM   #7
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There are several on ebay right now. put in fuel tank switch.
Also, LMC, Chevy duty, and probably other places. Around $8-10. Call NAPA or other parts stores.
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Old 02-28-2005, 02:21 AM   #8
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I think it is a company called Motormite that makes them. Motormite also has different names such as HELP or NEEDA. Most places that carry any of these brands should have the catolog with all the products. They make the power lock and window switches also.
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Old 02-28-2005, 02:42 AM   #9
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are you talking about the switch? or the valve?
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Old 02-28-2005, 10:39 AM   #10
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The switch. It goes in the dash.
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Old 02-28-2005, 10:55 PM   #11
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The switch from GM isn't very expensive. The last one I bought was around $10.
Here are some GM part numbers and list prices:

81-86 15591149 12.16
87(TBI) 15599081 15.88

If you're dealer is charging more than list, go find another dealer, or order online from GM parts direct.
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