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Can you guys recommend a fuel tank for a ‘68? Cars been sitting for over 30 yrs so I figured this would be a good place to start. Will be staying BB and carbed. I see tanks inc has one for $165 plus another $65 for the sender assembly.
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I got a Zip products tank just a couple of months ago because of price and free shipping over the Holiday. It was painted on the outside and the box said made in China. Not sure why they used silver paint. Everything else looks same as the tank that came out.
There are a lot of motor and horsepower differences for the tanks, but what are the actual size (gallon[s]) differences? reno stallion, Tanks INC actually offers the gallons and size chart...Thanks for sharing. I wish I could get a tank that would fit - with - more than 18-gallon capacity. Any ideas?
One advantage these cars have, is the ability to look down into the fuel tank. Wouldn't hurt to take a look. I just replaced a 6 year old tank, filler neck, and sending unit. Embarrassed to admit, the fuel was pretty old, and nasty. The tank got really rusty on the inside. The little bit of homework I have done recently, makes me think the factory tank was a better unit, tinned on the inside. Just my two cents. I am sure a lot of forum members will have good advice. Good luck with your project.
One advantage these cars have, is the ability to look down into the fuel tank. Wouldn't hurt to take a look. I just replaced a 6 year old tank, filler neck, and sending unit. Embarrassed to admit, the fuel was pretty old, and nasty. The tank got really rusty on the inside. The little bit of homework I have done recently, makes me think the factory tank was a better unit, tinned on the inside. Just my two cents. I am sure a lot of forum members will have good advice. Good luck with your project.
Please forgive me zohsixbyrd I don't mean to hijack your thread, I think our questions/ concerns are very similar. Franks73, do you have any idea where we can get the actual spec sheet on the factory 1968 - 1982 gas tanks? Just my $.02 but Tanks inc are offering two tanks that look impressive for the 68-74 application but I want to know how they compare to the factory units. They are: (1) 1968-74 Corvette Fuel Injection Gas Tank [1968-74 C3 Chevy Corvette EFI Fuel Tank] 18 gallon, size: 38" x 15-3/4" x 11-3/4" https://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/p...rod/prd443.htm
and (2) 1970-74 Corvette Fuel Tank (known as GM 33D) 18 gallon with fuel return tube, size: 38" x 15-3/4" x 11-3/4" https://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/p...rod/prd140.htm
Please forgive me zohsixbyrd I don't mean to hijack your thread, I think our questions/ concerns are very similar. Franks73, do you have any idea where we can get the actual spec sheet on the factory 1968 - 1982 gas tanks? Just my $.02 but Tanks inc are offering two tanks that look impressive for the 68-74 application but I want to know how they compare to the factory units. They are: (1) 1968-74 Corvette Fuel Injection Gas Tank [1968-74 C3 Chevy Corvette EFI Fuel Tank] 18 gallon, size: 38" x 15-3/4" x 11-3/4" https://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/p...rod/prd443.htm
and (2) 1970-74 Corvette Fuel Tank (known as GM 33D) 18 gallon with fuel return tube, size: 38" x 15-3/4" x 11-3/4" https://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/p...rod/prd140.htm
Please forgive me zohsixbyrd I don't mean to hijack your thread, I think our questions/ concerns are very similar. Franks73, do you have any idea where we can get the actual spec sheet on the factory 1968 - 1982 gas tanks? Just my $.02 but Tanks inc are offering two tanks that look impressive for the 68-74 application but I want to know how they compare to the factory units. They are: (1) 1968-74 Corvette Fuel Injection Gas Tank [1968-74 C3 Chevy Corvette EFI Fuel Tank] 18 gallon, size: 38" x 15-3/4" x 11-3/4" https://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/p...rod/prd443.htm
and (2) 1970-74 Corvette Fuel Tank (known as GM 33D) 18 gallon with fuel return tube, size: 38" x 15-3/4" x 11-3/4" https://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/p...rod/prd140.htm
18 Gallon Capacity
Size is: 38" x 15-3/4" x 11-3/4"
I just put the Tanks Inc EFI tank in my '73. Compared to the stock tank, it does not have any openings on the bottom - everything is accessed from the top. It also does not have the vent line high on the drivers side of the tank. The vent line is built into the EFI fuel pump module and is in the center top of the tank. The Tanks Inc tank seems to be a very well made tank. The tank straps are more robust than the factory straps but that presented problems. The loop on the one end of their tank straps does not have the proper size radius. It fits in the slot but the radius is small enough that it effectively shortens the strap a bit and you need all the length you can get. On that same loop end, Tanks Inc has reinforced the end further down the strap than did the factory. That extra reinforcement makes it very difficult to bend the strap in the same place as the factory strap. All in all, the Tanks Inc straps were difficult to install. I managed to get it done with considerable effort. The original tank straps were in good shape and if I had to do it again, I would probably reuse them. Anyone using the Tanks Inc. straps would do themselves a favor to open up the radius on the loop end and prebend the straps similar to the factory straps. It's very difficult to bend them into shape once the tank is in the air and you are trying to bolt them down. Because the EFI module and the gauge sending unit are installed on the top of the tank, the gauge sending unit ends up being underneath one of the straps. Tanks Inc provides a "bridge" that bolts to the strap and extends it over the top of the sending unit. There are two bolts that hold the strap and bridge together. Because of the issues with the straps, I was unable to tighten the strap enough to be able to use both bolt holes. I managed to get one installed and tightened down and I think it will be fine. There is a slot in the strap for the two bolts to go through. If I ever drop the tank again, I will lengthen that slot so I can install the second bolt.
I just put the Tanks Inc EFI tank in my '73. Compared the stock tank, it does not have any openings on the bottom - everything is accessed from the top. It also does not have the vent line high on the drivers side of the tank. The vent line is built into the EFI fuel pump module and is in the center top of the tank. The Tanks Inc tank seems to be a very well made tank. The tank straps are more robust than the factory straps but that presented problems. The loop on the one end of their tank straps does not have the proper size radius. It fits in the slot but the radius is small enough that it effectively shortens the strap a bit and you need all the length you can get. On that same loop end, Tanks Inc has reinforced the end further down the strap than did the factory. That extra reinforcement makes it very difficult to bend the strap in the same place as the factory strap. All in all, the Tanks Inc straps were difficult to install. I managed to get it done with considerable effort. The original tank straps were in good shape and if I had to do it again, I would probably reuse them. Anyone using the Tanks Inc. straps would do themselves a favor to open up the radius on the loop end and prebend the straps similar to the factory straps. It's very difficult to bend them into shape once the tank is in the air and you are trying to bolt them down. Because the EFI module and the gauge sending unit are installed on the top of the tank, the gauge sending unit ends up being underneath one of the straps. Tanks Inc provides a "bridge" that bolts to the strap and extends it over the top of the sending unit. There are two bolts that hold the strap and bridge together. Because of the issues with the straps, I was unable to tighten the strap enough to be able to use both bolt holes. I managed to get one installed and tightened down and I think it will be fine. There is a slot in the strap for the two bolts to go through. If I ever drop the tank again, I will lengthen that slot so I can install the second bolt.
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**GULP** WOW~~~ I think maybe ~~~ not Tanks Inc.....That sounds like major hassles...Maybe the Quanta Item Number GM-33D would be a better choice? This is a very informative thread.
**GULP** WOW~~~ I think maybe ~~~ not Tanks Inc.....That sounds like major hassles...Maybe the Quanta Item Number GM-33D would be a better choice? This is a very informative thread.
I wouldn't shy away from Tanks Inc. I'm pleased with all the other aspects of the tank so far. Dealing with new tank straps is almost always an issue. If you don't need EFI, I'm sure their non-EFI tank is an easy swap. I could have re-used the existing tank straps by simply cutting a slot in one of them for that bridge over the sending unit and been done with it. I wanted to use their straps since they appeared to be stronger.
On a 1968 Corvette the Opening on the Fuel Tank is on the Bottom of the fuel tank. A lot of fuel tanks can/will fit in a 1968 Corvette but remember that the (at least my) original Factory BB Corvettes came with fuel level sensor and fuel sock that were installed from underneath the fuel tank.
I recently installed a new Holley EFI System from EFI System Pro and the Holley "Fuel Tank Module" was a much easier solution for me. I drained the fuel tank and swapped out the parts in 20 minutes. Now my Corvette fuel tank produces 58 psi for the fuel injection system to operate. The best part was that Holley Gives you a small but productive piece of Hydra-Mat which replaces the pump sock and lets you enjoy the benefits of the Hydra-mat. There was a brand new fuel level sensor attached to the pump assembly along with a new Fuel pump and an internal (inside the tank) fuel pressure regulator.
My EFI system has NO Return Line at all since the regulator is inside the fuel tank.
I was prepared to buy a new fuel tank for my Corvette when I buying parts for the swap. I had it in the budget and then I learned of the Holley Fuel Tank Modules and the folks at EFI System Pro saved me a lot of money telling me that. The Holley Fuel Modules are made for Corvettes from 1963 to 1977 and are a greats option if you are ever interested in a EFI System Pro system with the greatest support.
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