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red71c10 · 04-15-2009, 01:37 AM

This is a link to the featured truck in the current issue of Classic Trucks magazine:

http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...c10/index.html

I'm diggin' that hidden fuel filler! First time I've seen that done. What are everyone's thoughts as to what it would take to put one of those in?

CG · 04-15-2009, 01:38 AM

I think there is a thread here on the board on how that was done. I know at least a couple of members have done it.

d10s69c10 · 04-15-2009, 01:47 AM

yeah its cool. but i personally wouldent get anything that could spark anywhere near my fuel cap.... other words make the light non functional.

**leddzepp** · 04-15-2009, 01:59 AM

Very impractical...especially if you live in a state where there are big rubber boots on the fuel nozzles.

Longhorn Man · 04-15-2009, 05:41 AM

He probably got the idea from this site.
And as far as the spark comment... uh, there's nothing to worry about there. Kinda like loicense plate lights on flip down plate door covers.
People stress too much about "the spark".

68gmsee · 04-15-2009, 08:33 AM

No offense LHM... but fumes are the most explosive part of gasoline!

That being said, I'm not suggesting a spark from a sidemarker light will trigger and explosion of the tank, but it certainly is something to think about. Especially if fuel is spilled or splattered in the area and there was a short.

One should use extreme caution when having any electrical conducting material around gasoline fumes making sure there are no loose connecors/connections or defective bulb that could create a spark.

70 Suburban · 04-15-2009, 09:31 AM

i wouldnt sweat it filler has been in the tail of the 55 chevy. behind the license plate of lots of rides for year. as long as you have a good seal on your cap i thin kit would be fine.but as for me i would use led lamp only

JohnC · 04-15-2009, 09:42 AM

I think I have even seen one on the same style of truck where they did the tail light assembly that way.

Skirkpat · 04-15-2009, 09:45 AM

"I would have no worrys about a rear end collision" said the Pinto owner, "I think hanging the gas tank outboard of the frame is a great Idea" Said the GM engineer.. LOL

I think it is a real long shot that it would ever "Blow up" but it does make me think twice?

BLACK AND BLUE 67-72 · 04-15-2009, 10:12 AM

Well if you are scared of sparks because of wires near the gas tank, then don't ever buy a newer car with the pump in the tank, because the wires are submerged in the gas!!!!!

Skirkpat · 04-15-2009, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by BLACK AND BLUE 67-72

Well if you are scared of sparks because of wires near the gas tank, then don't ever buy a newer car with the pump in the tank, because the wires are submerged in the gas!!!!!

Fuel can not burn if it has no Oxygen, if it's submerged you could light a road flare in your gas tank and not have a problem. Its the fumes that kill. And for the record, I would do the mod in a second, but then again, I like it a little dangerous LOL

Mayo · 04-15-2009, 10:24 AM

I saw it the other day. It is a cool place but seems like it would be a tight squeeze for the gas nozzle.

69sixpackbee · 04-15-2009, 10:47 AM

Yeah, thats nice, but try to get one of our California "smog" fuel filler hoses in there

smokekiki · 04-15-2009, 12:08 PM

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

Here is the marker/filler thread.
It is on the FAQ

tim21391 · 04-15-2009, 01:04 PM

personally i like it behind my seat..

Green Machine · 04-15-2009, 02:44 PM

I like that filler idea, as far as a spark, not too likely, but if you were worried about it, just make sure the lights are turned off when you fill, no juice, no spark !

jd4300fel · 04-15-2009, 03:07 PM

tim good point, put the gas a few inches away from the passenger and just to make it more exciting lets put a cigaret lighter in the truck too!!!

LOW DOUGH · 04-15-2009, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Green Machine

I like that filler idea, as far as a spark, not too likely, but if you were worried about it, just make sure the lights are turned off when you fill, no juice, no spark !

I am reading threw this waiting for someone to say that. No power to lights... no spark from wire.

it does look a little tight in there.

funny tid bit. My 71 tank nozle was worn out. (I tried new gas caps.. didn't work) So, if i had a full tank it would spill out while making a right turn. If I could smell or see it I knew i had a lot of gas.. and if i could here my electric pump i knew the gas was almost gone. My gauge dosen't work. Usualy I wouldn't fill it to the top because of that problem. I have put my 69 tank in and havn't had the truck going with a full tank to see if it will do it still.

sleepertruck72 · 04-15-2009, 03:21 PM

I agree with 69 1/2 six pack and leddzepp.
Our gas nozzles in CA are huge and would probably be a pain to fill up with if it were a daily driver If its a weekend cruiser then it wouldnt be so bad. You would more than likely end up with spilled gasoline inside the compartment every time you fill it. I do like the mod myself though. It looks sharp

*Shane* · 04-15-2009, 06:24 PM

... isnt the fuel sender electrical as well? so much for keeping sparks away from the fuel.

Lugnut64052 · 04-15-2009, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by tim21391

personally i like it behind my seat..

me tooo

jamie72 · 04-15-2009, 07:32 PM

i did that mod to my wifes truck.. and its really not that hard, and no fire yet...lol

big_al_71 · 04-15-2009, 07:39 PM

i like the stock location on mine, I like living dangerous

Mayo · 04-15-2009, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LOW DOUGH

I am reading threw this waiting for someone to say that. No power to lights... no spark from wire.

it does look a little tight in there.

funny tid bit. My 71 tank nozle was worn out. (I tried new gas caps.. didn't work) So, if i had a full tank it would spill out while making a right turn. If I could smell or see it I knew i had a lot of gas.. and if i could here my electric pump i knew the gas was almost gone. My gauge dosen't work. Usualy I wouldn't fill it to the top because of that problem. I have put my 69 tank in and havn't had the truck going with a full tank to see if it will do it still.

That used to happen to me too. I would fill it up until the pump shut off and it would be like 17 gallons. My needle would go way past full on my gauge and if I took a turn too sharp it would leak out a little. So now I only put about 14 gallons in and it doesn't leak, plus the gauge doesn't go past full.

tim21391 · 04-15-2009, 08:51 PM

im a guy who likes things stock... lets put a tank under the bed on newer cars next to exhaust pipes..whats the different.. i aint no smoker so i dont gotta worry about that

04-15-2009, 01:37 AM	#1
red71c10 The Red Menace Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Roseburg, OR Posts: 577	Cool fuel filler location This is a link to the featured truck in the current issue of Classic Trucks magazine: http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...c10/index.html I'm diggin' that hidden fuel filler! First time I've seen that done. What are everyone's thoughts as to what it would take to put one of those in? __________________ 1971 Custom 10 - 350/350TH - Pwr steering, gauges, Chrome front bumper, Chrome hubcaps, Door edge guards, HD rear springs (current) 1968 C-20 Custom Camper - 350/350TH (orig 327), Pwr steering & brakes, gauges w/tach (former) 1968 C-20 - 307/3sp column (Dad's when I was a kid) "Driving is like coloring. Things get messy if you can't stay inside the lines."

04-15-2009, 01:38 AM	#2
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,153	Re: Cool fuel filler location I think there is a thread here on the board on how that was done. I know at least a couple of members have done it. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

04-15-2009, 01:47 AM	#3
d10s69c10 Built 4 Speed Join Date: May 2008 Location: Geneva FL Posts: 619	Re: Cool fuel filler location yeah its cool. but i personally wouldent get anything that could spark anywhere near my fuel cap.... other words make the light non functional. __________________ 1969 C/10 Short Box: 496/T-56 in worx. "To Be Old And Wise, First You Must Be Young And Stupid"

04-15-2009, 01:59 AM	#4
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,124	Re: Cool fuel filler location Very impractical...especially if you live in a state where there are big rubber boots on the fuel nozzles. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

04-15-2009, 05:41 AM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Cool fuel filler location He probably got the idea from this site. And as far as the spark comment... uh, there's nothing to worry about there. Kinda like loicense plate lights on flip down plate door covers. People stress too much about "the spark".

04-15-2009, 08:33 AM	#6
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: Cool fuel filler location No offense LHM... but fumes are the most explosive part of gasoline! That being said, I'm not suggesting a spark from a sidemarker light will trigger and explosion of the tank, but it certainly is something to think about. Especially if fuel is spilled or splattered in the area and there was a short. One should use extreme caution when having any electrical conducting material around gasoline fumes making sure there are no loose connecors/connections or defective bulb that could create a spark.

04-15-2009, 09:31 AM	#7
70 Suburban Rods Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Bryan, TX Posts: 1,398	Re: Cool fuel filler location i wouldnt sweat it filler has been in the tail of the 55 chevy. behind the license plate of lots of rides for year. as long as you have a good seal on your cap i thin kit would be fine.but as for me i would use led lamp only

04-15-2009, 09:42 AM	#8
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Cool fuel filler location I think I have even seen one on the same style of truck where they did the tail light assembly that way.

04-15-2009, 09:45 AM	#9
Skirkpat Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: K.C. Missouri Posts: 1,024	Re: Cool fuel filler location "I would have no worrys about a rear end collision" said the Pinto owner, "I think hanging the gas tank outboard of the frame is a great Idea" Said the GM engineer.. LOL I think it is a real long shot that it would ever "Blow up" but it does make me think twice?

04-15-2009, 10:12 AM	#10
BLACK AND BLUE 67-72 Firefighter Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Yellville, Ar, USA Posts: 1,943	Re: Cool fuel filler location Well if you are scared of sparks because of wires near the gas tank, then don't ever buy a newer car with the pump in the tank, because the wires are submerged in the gas!!!!! __________________ '72 Chevy SWB 350 Auto '67 GMC LWB 350 4 speed '70 Chevy 4x4 Stepside 350 Auto Yellville, Ar. USA

04-15-2009, 10:24 AM	#12
Mayo Cool Truck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Bowie,MD Posts: 1,869	Re: Cool fuel filler location I saw it the other day. It is a cool place but seems like it would be a tight squeeze for the gas nozzle. __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C20 Longhorn "Cool Truck" 1937 Chevrolet Pickup - Project Looking for a patina'd 68 50th Anniversary longbed

04-15-2009, 10:47 AM	#13
69sixpackbee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Sabinal, Texas Posts: 1,706	Re: Cool fuel filler location Yeah, thats nice, but try to get one of our California "smog" fuel filler hoses in there Last edited by 69sixpackbee; 04-15-2009 at 10:48 AM.

04-15-2009, 12:08 PM	#14
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,473	Re: Cool fuel filler location http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=77104 Here is the marker/filler thread. It is on the FAQ __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires

04-15-2009, 01:04 PM	#15
tim21391 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Salina, Kansas Posts: 1,998	Re: Cool fuel filler location personally i like it behind my seat.. __________________ 1972 C-10...402/400..flowmaster 40 series 1967 Mustang 347 stroker/C-4 1966 Mustang 289/3-speed 2013 Mustang V6/6speed w/300 ponies I may be 23, but i sure do knows 67-72s are sexy! Its not MPG its smiles per gallon! build started 11/25/08 build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=2993796

04-15-2009, 02:44 PM	#16
Green Machine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Estherville, Iowa Posts: 3,371	Re: Cool fuel filler location I like that filler idea, as far as a spark, not too likely, but if you were worried about it, just make sure the lights are turned off when you fill, no juice, no spark ! __________________ 1968 C10 307 3spd Long Fleet ------ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=201103 1970 C10 305 Super T10 Long Fleet --- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=202285 1971 C20 383 TH350 Dana Posi ----- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=206894 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 C3 6.0



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04-15-2009, 03:07 PM	#17
jd4300fel Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: wheatland, Ca Posts: 427	Re: Cool fuel filler location tim good point, put the gas a few inches away from the passenger and just to make it more exciting lets put a cigaret lighter in the truck too!!! __________________ Mike K Friend of Bill W

04-15-2009, 03:21 PM	#19
sleepertruck72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Turlock California 95380 Posts: 2,075	Re: Cool fuel filler location I agree with 69 1/2 six pack and leddzepp. Our gas nozzles in CA are huge and would probably be a pain to fill up with if it were a daily driver If its a weekend cruiser then it wouldnt be so bad. You would more than likely end up with spilled gasoline inside the compartment every time you fill it. I do like the mod myself though. It looks sharp __________________ 72 C20 Longbed 05 1500 Z71

04-15-2009, 06:24 PM	#20
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: Cool fuel filler location ... isnt the fuel sender electrical as well? so much for keeping sparks away from the fuel.

04-15-2009, 07:32 PM	#22
jamie72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: madison indiana Posts: 3,839	Re: Cool fuel filler location i did that mod to my wifes truck.. and its really not that hard, and no fire yet...lol __________________ jamie72 72 BB cheyenne -- Restoration getting started.. member #807 http://www.myspace.com/whitetailobsession www.antlertalk.com

04-15-2009, 07:39 PM	#23
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Cool fuel filler location i like the stock location on mine, I like living dangerous __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

04-15-2009, 08:51 PM	#25
tim21391 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Salina, Kansas Posts: 1,998	Re: Cool fuel filler location im a guy who likes things stock... lets put a tank under the bed on newer cars next to exhaust pipes..whats the different.. i aint no smoker so i dont gotta worry about that __________________ 1972 C-10...402/400..flowmaster 40 series 1967 Mustang 347 stroker/C-4 1966 Mustang 289/3-speed 2013 Mustang V6/6speed w/300 ponies I may be 23, but i sure do knows 67-72s are sexy! Its not MPG its smiles per gallon! build started 11/25/08 build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=2993796

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