Auxiliary Gas Tanks? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

RMBLFSH · 01-07-2013, 12:13 AM

Hi All.
I am new to the forum and '67-'72 Chevy trucks.

I recently purchased a '72 Cheyenne 1/2 ton, long-bed 4x4, that has the gas tank located in the cab behind the seat.
I would like to add fuel capacity.

I'd rather not cut holes in the bed sides as the truck is pretty straight, I'd like to keep the spare tire where it is, and don't want a tank taking up precious cargo space in the bed.

I am not too concerned with originality, and I'm not really interested in cobbling together something from used parts.

So...is there a place that sells complete auxiliary fuel tack systems for these trucks that meets the criteria I have outlined?

I realize I am being pretty particular, but this is more of a want than a need, so I am willing to live without if I can't find what I want.

Thanks in advance for any help.

Rich

**DeadheadNM** · 01-07-2013, 01:21 AM

Welcome from New Mexico!

You've limited yourself but there is an option. Aftermarket (vintage!) auxiliary tanks can be located that mount outside the frame rails, ahead of the rear wheels, and have fillers that are accessed through the rear wheel wells. These bolt to the bed floor.

Here's a similar tank (factory aux tank used for 72) but with a filler neck located in a different spot to what I describe. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=535733

Maybe another member can post a pic of a truck with an aux tank filler in the wheel well?

Another option would be to mount an OEM in-bed spare tire carrier and add a rear tank but you'd lose a small amount of bed space to the tire.

Good luck, Pete

SS Tim · 01-07-2013, 03:56 AM

The period aftermarket, wheel well fill, saddle tanks were like these examples.

RMBLFSH · 01-07-2013, 08:21 AM

Exactly what I'm looking for fella's, where can I get some?

THANKS!

**DeadheadNM** · 01-07-2013, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by RMBLFSH

Exactly what I'm looking for fella's, where can I get some?

THANKS!

Send a PM to t korinek - he's in Phoenix and sells used/new parts. If Tom doesn't have a set try posting a want to buy add here on the parts board - shipping the tanks would be pricey but I had a 72 factory aux tank shipped to me.

RMBLFSH · 01-07-2013, 09:17 PM

Phoenix is right up the road.

Freakin' Awesome!

Thanks again, you guys ROCK!!!

hfd410 · 01-07-2013, 10:18 PM

Pm sent
Posted via Mobile Device

**t korinek** · 04-28-2013, 12:19 PM

Hi did you ever get one of these tanks?
I have one now from a 69 gmc we just parted out
Driver side only

RMBLFSH · 04-29-2013, 10:31 PM

Interested, PM sent.

01-07-2013, 12:13 AM	#1
RMBLFSH Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 60	Auxiliary Gas Tanks? Hi All. I am new to the forum and '67-'72 Chevy trucks. I recently purchased a '72 Cheyenne 1/2 ton, long-bed 4x4, that has the gas tank located in the cab behind the seat. I would like to add fuel capacity. I'd rather not cut holes in the bed sides as the truck is pretty straight, I'd like to keep the spare tire where it is, and don't want a tank taking up precious cargo space in the bed. I am not too concerned with originality, and I'm not really interested in cobbling together something from used parts. So...is there a place that sells complete auxiliary fuel tack systems for these trucks that meets the criteria I have outlined? I realize I am being pretty particular, but this is more of a want than a need, so I am willing to live without if I can't find what I want. Thanks in advance for any help. Rich

01-07-2013, 01:21 AM	#2
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,355	Re: Auxiliary Gas Tanks? Welcome from New Mexico! You've limited yourself but there is an option. Aftermarket (vintage!) auxiliary tanks can be located that mount outside the frame rails, ahead of the rear wheels, and have fillers that are accessed through the rear wheel wells. These bolt to the bed floor. Here's a similar tank (factory aux tank used for 72) but with a filler neck located in a different spot to what I describe. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=535733 Maybe another member can post a pic of a truck with an aux tank filler in the wheel well? Another option would be to mount an OEM in-bed spare tire carrier and add a rear tank but you'd lose a small amount of bed space to the tire. Good luck, Pete __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

01-07-2013, 03:56 AM	#3
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: Auxiliary Gas Tanks? The period aftermarket, wheel well fill, saddle tanks were like these examples. Attached Images __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban Last edited by SS Tim; 01-07-2013 at 04:12 AM. Reason: add images

01-07-2013, 08:21 AM	#4
RMBLFSH Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 60	Re: Auxiliary Gas Tanks? Exactly what I'm looking for fella's, where can I get some? THANKS!

01-07-2013, 09:17 PM	#6
RMBLFSH Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 60	Re: Auxiliary Gas Tanks? Phoenix is right up the road. Freakin' Awesome! Thanks again, you guys ROCK!!!

01-07-2013, 10:18 PM	#7
hfd410 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Burleson Texas Posts: 570	Re: Auxiliary Gas Tanks? Pm sent Posted via Mobile Device

04-28-2013, 12:19 PM	#8
t korinek Truckin' Krazy Join Date: May 2000 Location: mesa az Posts: 6,193	Re: Auxiliary Gas Tanks? Hi did you ever get one of these tanks? I have one now from a 69 gmc we just parted out Driver side only __________________ Dealer for: American Auto Wire Precision weatherstripping Dakota Digital Trim parts Carpets Truck World seat covers & Many others Chevy Parts locator in Mesa AZ!

04-29-2013, 10:31 PM	#9
RMBLFSH Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 60	Re: Auxiliary Gas Tanks? Interested, PM sent.



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