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kidatheart

09-08-2019 01:10 PM

fuel tank anti-squeak padding

I am installing a new fuel tank on an '84 k1500 and the new parts didn't come with the anti squeak webbing. I have done searches but haven't found what really looks like it is correct. I am sure it is out there, but I am evidentally not using the right wording. Can anyone tell me what they used that worked good? thanks.

Big Blue

09-08-2019 01:27 PM

Re: fuel tank anti-squeak padding

Have you tryed LMC TRUCK?
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JOHN

bigdaddy4x4

09-08-2019 01:45 PM

Re: fuel tank anti-squeak padding

Quote:

Originally Posted by kidatheart (Post 8589837)

I used a old set of seat belts just cut them up to fit into the fuel tank straps.

kidatheart

09-08-2019 03:18 PM

Re: fuel tank anti-squeak padding

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Blue (Post 8589860)

Have you tryed LMC TRUCK?
Page 115

JOHN

I will check that out. Thank you!

kidatheart

09-08-2019 03:20 PM

Re: fuel tank anti-squeak padding

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigdaddy4x4 (Post 8589876)

I used a old set of seat belts just cut them up to fit into the fuel tank straps.

That’s a good idea, also. I have plenty of those around. Thanks!

sweetk30

09-08-2019 05:11 PM

Re: fuel tank anti-squeak padding

roofing tar paper thick stuff or 2 layers of the thinner to make it thick . works for me all the time . been doing it for years .

1774btcrew

09-08-2019 05:38 PM

Re: fuel tank anti-squeak padding

Quote:

Originally Posted by sweetk30 (Post 8589997)

roofing tar paper thick stuff or 2 layers of the thinner to make it thick . works for me all the time . been doing it for years .

That is LITERALLY what LMC sells! Even has the lines in it for roofing! On top of that the stuff they sell is lightweight tarpaper and not even s this as OEM! I threw mine from LMC away and used the heavy weight roofing tar paper I already had!

old Rusty C10

09-08-2019 07:16 PM

Re: fuel tank anti-squeak padding

roofing paper is what ive always used

hatzie

09-08-2019 09:02 PM

Re: fuel tank anti-squeak padding

Quote:

Originally Posted by old Rusty C10 (Post 8590091)

roofing paper is what ive always used

"Heavy" 30# roofing felt or "roofing underlayment paper". You can use 15# as well. It's pretty close to the original tar impregnated paper that GM used.

Actual rolled roofing is too thick.

kidatheart

09-08-2019 09:58 PM

Re: fuel tank anti-squeak padding

looks like tar paper it is!! I just happen to have some in stock around here.

Thanks to all!

kipps

09-08-2019 10:16 PM

Re: fuel tank anti-squeak padding

When I pulled the tanks from my truck, I found sectioned inner tubes doing duty as padding.

Seemed good enough for me.

I've got a few blown-out tractor tubes sitting around, so one of those will get cut up for re-padding the tank brackets upon reassembly.

rustyfive-seven

09-09-2019 10:59 AM

Re: fuel tank anti-squeak padding

I just bought the anti squeak paper from LMC. I couldn't put my finger on what it reminded me of. you guys are correct-ITS ROOFING PAPER!! save some postage and head to home depot for cheaper!!

kidatheart

09-09-2019 01:38 PM

Re: fuel tank anti-squeak padding

Thanks to all for the information!

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