72 gas tank

[kwendt113]

I'm looking to move the gas tank from behind the seat to where the spare is on a 72 C10 Cheyenne longbed. First, what tanks have been compatible in this model, second, does anyone have a compatible tank for sale in (or shippable to) CA? Any realistic, budget minded ideas would be greatly appreciated.

[72bowtiestepper]

Tank from a 69 Camaro fits pretty good...there have been several threads here detailing the install. A brand new repro. 69 Camaro tank go's for about $120.

[In The Ten Ring]

I've heard Blazer and Suburban tanks work, even up into the '80's. Best ask someone that knows.

I've heard bad things about repo tanks. I might would hit up a junkyard then have the old tank renewed inside. It's a process and supposed to be worth the money. I had my tank done that way but I haven't reinstalled it yet.

[72bowtiestepper]

I never had a problem with a reproduction gas tank....have used them in many cars & trucks over the years. Much better than using a 40 some year old rusty gunky tank in my opinion !

[MSHax]

I'm getting ready to do my 69 camaro tank as I type this (6:33am now, about to get in the garage and get to running lines and such in a second).

The 69 camaro tank is an awesome option for those who don't want any holes in the sides of their truck. I have a 70 c20 with the 2 aux tanks, so I've got 2 of the old timey doors on the bed, plus the giant factory nipple. The 69 tank fills behind the plate (but you lose the towing option). If you go with a side fill blazer tank you can still install a hitch, but since the camaro tank sits below the frame and blocks it off which prevents the hitch from having a mounting place.

You're in luck though, this forum is a great source of info, here's the best write up on the net 69 Camaro Tank Install

[72bowtiestepper]

Originally Posted by MSHax

I'm getting ready to do my 69 camaro tank as I type this (6:33am now, about to get in the garage and get to running lines and such in a second).

The 69 camaro tank is an awesome option for those who don't want any holes in the sides of their truck. I have a 70 c20 with the 2 aux tanks, so I've got 2 of the old timey doors on the bed, plus the giant factory nipple. The 69 tank fills behind the plate (but you lose the towing option). If you go with a side fill blazer tank you can still install a hitch, but since the camaro tank sits below the frame and blocks it off which prevents the hitch from having a mounting place.

You're in luck though, this forum is a great source of info, here's the best write up on the net 69 Camaro Tank Install

Thats the route I am going with my 72 stepside also...don't want the tank in the cab. Anyone with some fabrication skills can pull this off.