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Old 04-27-2014, 07:02 PM   #201
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Old 04-29-2014, 03:33 PM   #202
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Old 04-29-2014, 05:23 PM   #203
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Sorry guys, I haven't been on much to check this thread lately. The main problem is no time, but I will update you when I can. Thanks
Well If I can get the Make and part Number of the Filler cap then I will order it and reinvent the wheel and try to do this myself... I would appreciate any info you can supply me with... Thanks... Dan
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Old 04-29-2014, 08:40 PM   #204
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Not sure, but it looks like he modified a white cap #6993A
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Old 04-29-2014, 09:40 PM   #205
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Not sure, but it looks like he modified a white cap #6993A
White Cap?...
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Old 04-30-2014, 07:26 AM   #206
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white cap brand. It is a Marine part . #6993A
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Old 05-05-2014, 03:35 PM   #207
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Re: Tail light fuel filler

I was using a stainless, push-up marine style filler, labeled "water", and machining the mounting lip off of it. Like this one. http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-316-stai...vip=true&rt=nc
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Old 05-05-2014, 04:05 PM   #208
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Re: Tail light fuel filler

Hey Wynne,
You have used this setup for several years now, do you have any trouble doing fillups at the pump? What gas tank are you using? I am still leaning towards a similar setup but worry about slow filling....
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Old 05-06-2014, 09:06 AM   #209
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Re: Tail light fuel filler

I have one of Fuelcellguy's tanks, and don't have any trouble with slow filling, but I usually don't hold it wide open. I usually fill it at about 1/2 to 3/4 speed, which is plenty fast enough, and it's only a 16 gallon tank, so it doesn't take long. If I top it off too fast, it will burp fuel out when it gets full, and if I pull into a station that has the big boot around the nozzle, I may have a problem, but so far it hasn't happened. I think the key to fast filling is being able to vent the tank as fast as you want to fill it. I have mine vented with a 3/8" hose at one corner, and another 3/8" hose running from the top of the tank to the filler, just below the gas cap. It works ok, but I think a 1/2" vent line would be better.
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Old 12-20-2014, 06:05 PM   #210
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Any update on the hidden fuel filler
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Old 10-27-2015, 03:57 PM   #211
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Old 10-27-2015, 06:51 PM   #212
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Re: Tail light fuel filler

I was able to fab everything up for little cost with a Marine filler neck /cap assy, handsome plate metal from Atwoods. It took me 2 or 3 times making one from scratch to get it right, but once you get started it's not that big of a deal. You just have to cut away quite a bit behind the drivers tail light assembly.
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Old 10-27-2015, 08:12 PM   #213
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thanks man. i have no problem making one from scratch. its just with work and the kids, it would be great to just buy one pre-fabbed, ready to tack in there

ive seen one guy run his through the reverse light. after youve done this, do you think that would be easier or harder than the tail light?

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Old 10-27-2015, 08:43 PM   #214
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I understand about you not wanting to have one yourself. I felt the same way, but not being able to buy one, I had no choice. I definitely would not try to do on through the reverse light, there is not enough space!
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Old 10-28-2015, 12:07 PM   #215
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Re: Tail light fuel filler

I still have the pattern in the laser cutter
I can make more, I just got so much crap from some guys on the board about it
I just let it lay
$10 Flat or $25 bent up
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Old 10-28-2015, 06:53 PM   #216
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I still have the pattern in the laser cutter
I can make more, I just got so much crap from some guys on the board about it
I just let it lay
$10 Flat or $25 bent up
I'd be interested in a bent one, but what's involved to install?
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Old 10-28-2015, 11:56 PM   #217
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I still have the pattern in the laser cutter
I can make more, I just got so much crap from some guys on the board about it
I just let it lay
$10 Flat or $25 bent up
I'd be interested in a bent one, too
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Old 10-31-2015, 11:44 AM   #218
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I still have the pattern in the laser cutter
I can make more, I just got so much crap from some guys on the board about it
I just let it lay
$10 Flat or $25 bent up
I would be interested in a bent one as well maybe 2
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Old 10-31-2015, 11:48 AM   #219
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Re: Tail light fuel filler

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I still have the pattern in the laser cutter
I can make more, I just got so much crap from some guys on the board about it
I just let it lay
$10 Flat or $25 bent up
Intrested in a pre bent 1 also
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Old 10-31-2015, 06:55 PM   #220
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What is needed to order a bent piece from you? Be happy to work it out, however you want.

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Old 11-12-2015, 09:51 PM   #221
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I'd be interested in a bent one as well. Thanks.
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Old 11-12-2015, 10:08 PM   #222
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Here's my version of a tail light fuel filler. I would have taken better pics of it as it went together, but my fab skills leave alot to be desired. It was fun though, and turned out ok I think. It still needs some fine tuning(rubbing, spring tension, paint, etc), but I'm satisfied so far. Filling the tank will be the real test. Thanks to you guys that helped with ideas and parts.
What a cool way to do this. I have actually been brain storming on how and where to do a filler hole... This may be the one. Give me something to look forward to when I get to the bed.
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Old 11-12-2015, 11:02 PM   #223
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Re: Tail light fuel filler

here is the one in my 67... It is roughed in at this point so final adjustments need to be completed...
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Is this something that can be done with no tail light trim??
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Is this something that can be done with no tail light trim??
Sure... it wouls actually be easier...
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