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gldevall · 04-01-2003, 11:00 PM

I've noticed alot of the interior pics I've seen here show the dual gas tank switch. Is everyone still running their dual tanks if equipped. I took mine off.

MSL · 04-01-2003, 11:18 PM

Im still running both my tanks. i like the dual tank option.

81lwb350 · 04-01-2003, 11:19 PM

i'm still using my dual tanks...well, i have both of them but the only one i deem as clean enough for using is the driver side.
the switch was installed new before i bought the truck and it still works so I keep a few gallons in the other tank just in case.

i have been wanting to clean them both out and seal them.
Has anyone done this kinda thing?

later
anthony

76bonanza · 04-01-2003, 11:57 PM

Still have mine no good reson not to.

BaggedC10 · 04-02-2003, 12:13 AM

Yep, I still have mine too. I recently cleaned and painted mine with "Tank Tone" from www.EastwoodCompany.com. While I was at it---I replaced the sending units, hoses, clips, filler/vent hoses, worm clamps, metal filler necks, crossover hard lines, and frame mounted diverter valve. Looks like new now!

gmc7286chevy · 04-02-2003, 12:16 AM

I still have my duals and they work well. I have also used the tank coating from eastwood. It is good stuff.

79BIG10 · 04-02-2003, 12:35 AM

I've still kept mine up as well. Gotta love them on a long trip.

apstguy · 04-02-2003, 12:46 AM

Never had a problem and use them every week!

gchemist · 04-02-2003, 12:57 AM

I need both tanks full for traction.

Low87 · 04-02-2003, 10:04 AM

I took mine out. Both in tank pumps went out so I just replaced them with a fuel cell. Sure was nice having them while they worked though!

LOHRTBT · 04-02-2003, 10:27 AM

Hvae them both hooked up..wantingto change it to a cell.

.....For traction of course.....lmao!!

Lead65sled · 04-02-2003, 01:12 PM

I have a '72 model C10, having trouble finding replacement tanks. The previous owner removed them some years ago.

I can get the main tank behind the seat, but not the side tanks. Would you gentlemen know if the 73-87 tanks will fit? Or a reasonable alternative?

Most of the plumbing is still there, just need the tanks and straps as well as the filler hoses.

04-01-2003, 11:00 PM	#1
gldevall Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Walker, LA Posts: 2,925	dual gas tanks I've noticed alot of the interior pics I've seen here show the dual gas tank switch. Is everyone still running their dual tanks if equipped. I took mine off. __________________ Gary -1986 SWB: lowered 4/6, SOLD!!! -Best 1/4 mile: 14.51 @ 91.01 MPH -2001 Pewter Tahoe, billet grill, Corsa Sport Cat-back, K&N FIPK SOLD!!! -2004 Z-71 Extended cab with a flowmaster, BDS 6.5", 3" BL, 35x12.5x18 Trail Grapplers on Pro-Comp 18x9 wheels

04-01-2003, 11:57 PM	#4
76bonanza Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: St robert Mo Posts: 2,001	Still have mine no good reson not to. __________________ 1968 c10 lowered 3" 4" 355/Th400 built by Hatfield racing in joplin MO

04-02-2003, 12:13 AM	#5
BaggedC10 Under construction! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,065	Yep, I still have mine too. I recently cleaned and painted mine with "Tank Tone" from www.EastwoodCompany.com. While I was at it---I replaced the sending units, hoses, clips, filler/vent hoses, worm clamps, metal filler necks, crossover hard lines, and frame mounted diverter valve. Looks like new now! __________________ 2001 Silverado bagged on 22's. Sold Last edited by BaggedC10; 04-02-2003 at 12:16 AM.

04-02-2003, 12:35 AM	#7
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,774	I've still kept mine up as well. Gotta love them on a long trip. __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

04-02-2003, 12:46 AM	#8
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,087	Never had a problem and use them every week! __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

04-01-2003, 11:18 PM	#2
MSL Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: So.Oregon Posts: 765	Im still running both my tanks. i like the dual tank option.

04-01-2003, 11:19 PM	#3
81lwb350 big block lover Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: louisiana Posts: 107	i'm still using my dual tanks...well, i have both of them but the only one i deem as clean enough for using is the driver side. the switch was installed new before i bought the truck and it still works so I keep a few gallons in the other tank just in case. i have been wanting to clean them both out and seal them. Has anyone done this kinda thing? later anthony

04-02-2003, 12:16 AM	#6
gmc7286chevy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Dyersburg, TN Posts: 66	I still have my duals and they work well. I have also used the tank coating from eastwood. It is good stuff.

04-02-2003, 12:57 AM	#9
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	I need both tanks full for traction. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

04-02-2003, 10:04 AM	#10
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	I took mine out. Both in tank pumps went out so I just replaced them with a fuel cell. Sure was nice having them while they worked though! __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

04-02-2003, 10:27 AM	#11
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	Hvae them both hooked up..wantingto change it to a cell. .....For traction of course.....lmao!! __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

04-02-2003, 01:12 PM	#12
Lead65sled Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Roy, Utah Posts: 6	Replacement tanks? I have a '72 model C10, having trouble finding replacement tanks. The previous owner removed them some years ago. I can get the main tank behind the seat, but not the side tanks. Would you gentlemen know if the 73-87 tanks will fit? Or a reasonable alternative? Most of the plumbing is still there, just need the tanks and straps as well as the filler hoses. __________________ The only rule is, "Keep it between the lines and shiny side up."



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