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ryanroo · 10-21-2012, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by GMCJOE

How much you charge to build a fuel tank like that?...lol I am not sure if I am joking or not, but I am sure the killer would be shipping on something like that..lol Looks awesome.

Thanks!

i'm not sure what i would charge. i would have to get an accurate cost of materials. based on that i could give a better estimate. i have no idea what it would cost to ship. probably ~120 freight. based on shipping of similar sized stuff in the past. that could be way off though!

Ryan

tsnow678 · 10-22-2012, 03:44 AM

Look into a product named Red-Kote for the inside of tank. I used it on my modded 69 Camaro gas tank for about a year without any issues. The ethanol in todays fuels will cause the Red-Kote to lose it's pigment but not it's protection. I had the local radiator shop line it for about $40. They even brazed in a drain into the tank.

ryanroo · 10-22-2012, 07:55 AM

Will do. Thanks!

**Dieselwrencher** · 10-22-2012, 02:31 PM

Nice work on the tank! If it is stainless, I don't know if I'd coat it. Did you leave the baffles solid like that? The tanks looks sweet though! Loving your welds!

ryanroo · 10-22-2012, 08:12 PM

Thanks!

its P&O steel. that is the only reason i want to coat it. after pricing the coatings i am not to sure i shouldnt have made it out of 304. oh well. i feel sacrilegious painting SS and i didnt want the "bling".

the baffles are solid, but do not extend into the lower sump area. should keep sloshing to a minimum.

**Dieselwrencher** · 10-22-2012, 08:28 PM

Yeah, it'll keep sloshing to a minimum for sure. I hope it isn't a bit much. Do you have a local rad. repair shop? They usually coat fuel tanks as well.

ryanroo · 10-22-2012, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Yeah, it'll keep sloshing to a minimum for sure. I hope it isn't a bit much. Do you have a local rad. repair shop? They usually coat fuel tanks as well.

ive thought about the rad shop. the local guys here are real hokey, and very proud of that... i think ill be better off doing it myself.

IMO the only way to over baffle is to totally seal the compartments off. as long as the fuel can transfer between the compartments as fast as you can fill it, its not to much. the draw tube is .5" so there is no chance of starving the engine. we build tanks with some regularity, and ive repaired enough tanks made by others to have learned that the single biggest problem is lack of baffling. the slosh of fuel fatigues the ends of the tank and will crack the welds over time. that is the main reason i welded inside at the bottom and up the sides. it is a stronger joint and reduces that chance of fatigue a bit. leaks make me angry...

Ryan

RatRod68 · 10-22-2012, 09:42 PM

on here too eh? I guess I will follow this build on both forums!

ryanroo · 10-22-2012, 11:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RatRod68

on here too eh? I guess I will follow this build on both forums!

This is the original build thread, so it has a few more pics of the early stages. after i started the pirate thread they are pretty much the same

Ryan

RatRod68 · 10-24-2012, 07:08 AM

Schweet!

This is a very similar build i will be taking with my 1 ton, so I am definitely glad i found it over here

72KAY20 · 10-25-2012, 05:33 AM

Very nice job on the tank Ryan. Love the attention to detail on your build! Looking awesome!!!

ryanroo · 11-03-2012, 11:20 PM

Thanks!

i did a little bit of repair on that giant hole i hacked into the firewall

i'm no sheet metal guy so this is not going to be one of those jaw dropping OMG things.

VA72C10 · 11-03-2012, 11:29 PM

Looks good to me!

birdistheword · 11-04-2012, 03:16 AM

**Dieselwrencher** · 11-05-2012, 04:49 PM

Looks good. I hear you on not being a sheet metal guy. My stuff takes 3 tries to look like their work.

Are you planning on running vintage air to be able to clear the fire wall now?

ryanroo · 11-05-2012, 09:29 PM

yeah, there are a few trials that are not pictured. haha

i was always planning on vintage air. the stock stuff is to bulky for me. i have this spatial issue. i really like uncluttered space and that stock box takes up to much of my space. i know, i'm a wierdo. i wont even park in my garage when i have space, simply to have a wide open space...

Ryan

**Dieselwrencher** · 11-05-2012, 10:06 PM

I can relate to how bulky that dang A/C stuff is. Cough cough

ryanroo · 11-06-2012, 08:52 AM

Haha, i remain impressed that you used it and got two turbos mounted in there.

i have some plans for that area rolling around in my head and using the stock heater/a/c stuff would totally ruin my plans.... it may still not work but i have a chance.

Ryan

**Dieselwrencher** · 11-06-2012, 03:55 PM

I've thought about ditching the stock a/c heater housing on the next cab, but if I go that route, that cab and project will have to wait. If anything is getting vintage air it is my 40.

jbclassix · 11-06-2012, 05:48 PM

Man, I am loving this build!!!

ryanroo · 11-14-2012, 10:00 PM

Thanks!

i tacked this up. hopefully will get it located and affixed this later this week or this weekend. i have also made and remade the tank straps, so i will hopefully get the final revision completed this weekend.

ryan

mosesburb · 11-14-2012, 10:06 PM

Nice. Where is it going to live on the truck??

ryanroo · 11-14-2012, 11:51 PM

on the drivers side framerail inside the frame. under the front of the bed and rear of the cab.

ryan

**Dieselwrencher** · 11-15-2012, 03:06 PM

Nice! I need a water jet or plasma table. Problem is, Obama isn't helping this SOB out.

1985-GMC · 11-15-2012, 03:46 PM

You mean he hasn't even given you a free phone?

10-22-2012, 03:44 AM	#202
tsnow678 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Germanton, NC Posts: 61	Re: 72 k20 project Look into a product named Red-Kote for the inside of tank. I used it on my modded 69 Camaro gas tank for about a year without any issues. The ethanol in todays fuels will cause the Red-Kote to lose it's pigment but not it's protection. I had the local radiator shop line it for about $40. They even brazed in a drain into the tank. __________________ Link to my 69 Camaro 6.0/T56 swap: http://ls1tech.com/forums/conversion...69-camaro.html

10-22-2012, 07:55 AM	#203
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 k20 project Will do. Thanks! __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

10-22-2012, 02:31 PM	#204
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,135	Re: 72 k20 project Nice work on the tank! If it is stainless, I don't know if I'd coat it. Did you leave the baffles solid like that? The tanks looks sweet though! Loving your welds! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

10-22-2012, 08:12 PM	#205
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 k20 project Thanks! its P&O steel. that is the only reason i want to coat it. after pricing the coatings i am not to sure i shouldnt have made it out of 304. oh well. i feel sacrilegious painting SS and i didnt want the "bling". the baffles are solid, but do not extend into the lower sump area. should keep sloshing to a minimum. __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

10-22-2012, 08:28 PM	#206
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,135	Re: 72 k20 project Yeah, it'll keep sloshing to a minimum for sure. I hope it isn't a bit much. Do you have a local rad. repair shop? They usually coat fuel tanks as well. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

10-22-2012, 09:42 PM	#208
RatRod68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kentucky Posts: 828	Re: 72 k20 project on here too eh? I guess I will follow this build on both forums! __________________ build Threads: Nasty 68 C10. My lil hotrod Leftovers 68 C20 D-Ranged Ford Ranger on steroids Semper Fi

10-24-2012, 07:08 AM	#210
RatRod68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kentucky Posts: 828	Re: 72 k20 project Schweet! This is a very similar build i will be taking with my 1 ton, so I am definitely glad i found it over here __________________ build Threads: Nasty 68 C10. My lil hotrod Leftovers 68 C20 D-Ranged Ford Ranger on steroids Semper Fi

10-25-2012, 05:33 AM	#211
72KAY20 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Forest Hill, MD Posts: 171	Re: 72 k20 project Very nice job on the tank Ryan. Love the attention to detail on your build! Looking awesome!!! __________________ 72Kay20 Bel Air, MD 1972 Hugger Orange K20 LWB 350, 4wd, 4spd Sm465, Dana 44, HO52 Other Toys 69 Cortez Silver Z28 86 White Buick T Type

11-03-2012, 11:20 PM	#212
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 k20 project Thanks! i did a little bit of repair on that giant hole i hacked into the firewall i'm no sheet metal guy so this is not going to be one of those jaw dropping OMG things. __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

11-03-2012, 11:29 PM	#213
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 72 k20 project Looks good to me! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-04-2012, 03:16 AM	#214
birdistheword Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 236	Re: 72 k20 project __________________ Erik 1969 Chevy K20 6.0L/4L80E/NP205 1971 Chevy C30 Cheyenne Longhorn 454/TH400 1979 Chevy K30 dually currently in pieces

11-05-2012, 04:49 PM	#215
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,135	Re: 72 k20 project Looks good. I hear you on not being a sheet metal guy. My stuff takes 3 tries to look like their work. Are you planning on running vintage air to be able to clear the fire wall now? __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

11-05-2012, 09:29 PM	#216
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 k20 project yeah, there are a few trials that are not pictured. haha i was always planning on vintage air. the stock stuff is to bulky for me. i have this spatial issue. i really like uncluttered space and that stock box takes up to much of my space. i know, i'm a wierdo. i wont even park in my garage when i have space, simply to have a wide open space... Ryan __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

11-05-2012, 10:06 PM	#217
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,135	Re: 72 k20 project I can relate to how bulky that dang A/C stuff is. Cough cough __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

11-06-2012, 08:52 AM	#218
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 k20 project Haha, i remain impressed that you used it and got two turbos mounted in there. i have some plans for that area rolling around in my head and using the stock heater/a/c stuff would totally ruin my plans.... it may still not work but i have a chance. Ryan __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions



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11-06-2012, 03:55 PM	#219
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,135	Re: 72 k20 project I've thought about ditching the stock a/c heater housing on the next cab, but if I go that route, that cab and project will have to wait. If anything is getting vintage air it is my 40. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

11-06-2012, 05:48 PM	#220
jbclassix Junk Yartist Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Greeley, CO Posts: 2,203	Re: 72 k20 project Man, I am loving this build!!! __________________ -Jeremy YOU ONLY FAIL IF YOU STOP TRYING 70 Crew Cab Build Link 70 GMC Suburban 4X4 build thread 95 Yukon Daily Driver Rebuilding an NP205

11-14-2012, 10:00 PM	#221
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 k20 project Thanks! i tacked this up. hopefully will get it located and affixed this later this week or this weekend. i have also made and remade the tank straps, so i will hopefully get the final revision completed this weekend. ryan __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

11-14-2012, 10:06 PM	#222
mosesburb I had a V-8 Join Date: May 2003 Location: Phoenix AZ Posts: 1,116	Re: 72 k20 project Nice. Where is it going to live on the truck?? __________________ 1972 K20 Suburban, 5.9L Cummins, Banks Power Pack, NV4500HD, NP205, H.A.D., D60/14FF ARB Link To Build: HERE.

11-14-2012, 11:51 PM	#223
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 k20 project on the drivers side framerail inside the frame. under the front of the bed and rear of the cab. ryan __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

11-15-2012, 03:06 PM	#224
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,135	Re: 72 k20 project Nice! I need a water jet or plasma table. Problem is, Obama isn't helping this SOB out. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

11-15-2012, 03:46 PM	#225
1985-GMC Chevy Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canyon Lake Texas Posts: 2,024	Re: 72 k20 project You mean he hasn't even given you a free phone? __________________ Tony 1985 GMC K2500 restoration Project: Rust, White & Blue 1989 Chevy R3500 CC Cummins & 4X4 swap some day... 1989 Burb (D60, 14BFF, 12V, NV4500, NP205, 37" tires in progress)

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