Stepside under-bed fuel tank filler ideas please! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**68 Stepside** · 05-01-2008, 02:54 AM

Hey all,

I really need to dig up my old pics and start a build thread. There's a bunch of junk in my in-cab tank, so I said forget it, and bought and under-bed poly tank setup from Wes. I need ideas on fuel filler arrangement. My bed wood (sheet of plywood

)is shot, so I've been contemplating a sheet of mild steel or diamond plate. Regardless of the type of floor I use, what have you guys done for a fuel filler? I've been thinking about a boat type filler, but would love to see some ideas.

Thanks for anything.

**Palf70Step** · 05-01-2008, 03:16 AM

Probably the easiest would be behind the side marker light. Check out the FAQ thread. Jorgensenc did an excellent write up.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=77104

**68 Stepside** · 05-01-2008, 03:58 AM

Bill, you are the man! I may do the boat filler in the bed for now, but I think I'm sold on the side marker setup in the long run. I've been dealing with what I think is fuel starvation in the higher RPM range, and I'm hoping the new tank and lines that I run help that out. I guess we'll find out soon! :-D

rscam · 05-01-2008, 04:18 AM

I may try a stainless marine deck filler above the step facing the cab against the bedside on the front of the fender. Its in a descreet location and all you have to do is drill a hole in the fender mount the filler and cap and run the plumbing to the tank. Besides I have already painted the truck. Otherwise the best idea to me is the marker light.

*Shane* · 05-01-2008, 05:50 AM

I'm going with the stainless steel marine filler unit and mount it in the floor. Do a search on ebay, you can find them for dirt cheap there. And i mean CHEAP!

You may also want to check around on the checker plate steel or aluminum ... ANY & ALL metal is outta sight right now on price (thanks China). I would be willing to bet you could replace the floor with pine and buy new steel strips & bolts for less than what the steel would cost ... and would look tons cooler.

just my .02 cents worth ...

p.s. dang good to see you around bro ... haven't talked to you in AGES!

05-01-2008, 02:54 AM	#1
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,690	Stepside under-bed fuel tank filler ideas please! Hey all, I really need to dig up my old pics and start a build thread. There's a bunch of junk in my in-cab tank, so I said forget it, and bought and under-bed poly tank setup from Wes. I need ideas on fuel filler arrangement. My bed wood (sheet of plywood )is shot, so I've been contemplating a sheet of mild steel or diamond plate. Regardless of the type of floor I use, what have you guys done for a fuel filler? I've been thinking about a boat type filler, but would love to see some ideas. Thanks for anything. __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay Last edited by 68 Stepside; 05-01-2008 at 02:55 AM.

05-01-2008, 03:16 AM	#2
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,469	Re: Stepside under-bed fuel tank filler ideas please! Probably the easiest would be behind the side marker light. Check out the FAQ thread. Jorgensenc did an excellent write up. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=77104 __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God! Last edited by Palf70Step; 05-01-2008 at 03:16 AM.

05-01-2008, 03:58 AM	#3
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,690	Re: Stepside under-bed fuel tank filler ideas please! Bill, you are the man! I may do the boat filler in the bed for now, but I think I'm sold on the side marker setup in the long run. I've been dealing with what I think is fuel starvation in the higher RPM range, and I'm hoping the new tank and lines that I run help that out. I guess we'll find out soon! :-D __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay

05-01-2008, 04:18 AM	#4
rscam Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Monroe,Georgia Posts: 313	Re: Stepside under-bed fuel tank filler ideas please! I may try a stainless marine deck filler above the step facing the cab against the bedside on the front of the fender. Its in a descreet location and all you have to do is drill a hole in the fender mount the filler and cap and run the plumbing to the tank. Besides I have already painted the truck. Otherwise the best idea to me is the marker light.

05-01-2008, 05:50 AM	#5
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: Stepside under-bed fuel tank filler ideas please! I'm going with the stainless steel marine filler unit and mount it in the floor. Do a search on ebay, you can find them for dirt cheap there. And i mean CHEAP! You may also want to check around on the checker plate steel or aluminum ... ANY & ALL metal is outta sight right now on price (thanks China). I would be willing to bet you could replace the floor with pine and buy new steel strips & bolts for less than what the steel would cost ... and would look tons cooler. just my .02 cents worth ... p.s. dang good to see you around bro ... haven't talked to you in AGES! Last edited by Shane; 05-01-2008 at 05:51 AM.



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