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70-Chevy · 11-01-2011, 07:51 PM

What have you guys done for an access panel to the filler in a steel bed? Any recommendations?

trenz68 · 11-05-2011, 06:57 PM

what sending unit is used for this tank

chopnchaneled · 11-08-2011, 05:08 PM

Dave,,,
I've tried to read all 22 pages of this thread and so probably missed this,
but will the hidden hitch also work with your tank? 68 short bed, sport bumper?

c10seconds · 11-08-2011, 09:58 PM

When will the group buy price be offered again?
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Yobyllib · 11-15-2011, 04:43 AM

If there is a group buy in the near future put me down for a side fill tank.

**Clyde65** · 11-15-2011, 12:08 PM

Usually in the spring and fall.

**Daveboyd** · 11-22-2011, 09:57 PM

Sooooo If we were to make revisions to this current tank. Does anyone have any suggestions? Can be anything. Structure, pump options, Cap options. Please PM me any suggestions.

-dave

**rob32472** · 11-23-2011, 08:02 AM

On the EFI tanks the you can here the pump whine maybe insulate or something...... I have heard several and they are all same.......

automagic67 · 11-26-2011, 03:13 AM

All the pics I see in this thread have the tank rigidly bolted to each frame rail. What if I decide to take a fast turn or if I jack one corner of the rear up to change a tire(or any other reason) and the frame flexes. With the tank rigidly attached, it would have to withstand these forces. Did anybody mount this thing with straps or rubber bushings etc. to isolate the tank from the frame flexing?

automagic67 · 11-27-2011, 01:34 PM

Another issue not addressed with this tank is galvanic corrosion where the steel frame contacts the aluminum flange. I plan to spray a coat or two of that rubberizer paint on the frame and on the flange to eliminate the chance of the flange pitting out. Still no responses to my last post about mounting the tank rigidly.

effects66 · 12-07-2011, 05:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daveboyd

Sooooo If we were to make revisions to this current tank. Does anyone have any suggestions? Can be anything. Structure, pump options, Cap options. Please PM me any suggestions.

-dave

Probably the biggest thing I can think of would be pump options. A standard and more HP pump. My engine puts out 550 and I would have to upgrade the pump for more flow to properly fuel my engine.

**Daveboyd** · 12-10-2011, 11:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by effects66

Probably the biggest thing I can think of would be pump options. A standard and more HP pump. My engine puts out 550 and I would have to upgrade the pump for more flow to properly fuel my engine.

a while back we changed our standard EFI pump to the aeromotive stealth 340. That pump will support that HP no Problem.

We are currently finishing a new tank with the A1000 which will be ready to sell in the next week. This tank will be good to 1200 HP.

effects66 · 12-14-2011, 01:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daveboyd

a while back we changed our standard EFI pump to the aeromotive stealth 340. That pump will support that HP no Problem.

We are currently finishing a new tank with the A1000 which will be ready to sell in the next week. This tank will be good to 1200 HP.

Very nice. I guess I should have just read a little bit closer. Great.

Custom 68 · 11-28-2011, 04:55 PM

A couple things. First mine is EFI and the pump seems to be quiet enough for me. I had an external before that was much louder.
Secondly, the above height thing. I had to remove my rear cross support and slide my tank from the rear to sit the mounting "wings" on my frame. If I mounted it to the bottom I would have had the interference also. By placing it inside the frame it clears the top jsut barely. I would agree it would not hurt for it to be a little taller. I am waiting for my computer retune but have driven it some this tank looks and works super.

You mention "instructions" I honestly cant remember if I got any or not. if not I would suggest including this with these "must do" items like the rubber pad and the fittings.

A bigger more gph EFI pump would be a nice option this was not available when I purchased so I have the 255.
Thanks for the great product
Dave

Joemomma1 · 11-29-2011, 12:26 AM

Subscribed. I can wait untill the next group buy.

todd99 · 02-09-2012, 01:04 AM

Hi Boyd,

I am looking to upgrade my 71' longhorn with a new fuel tank and I would like a quote. I am running efi with an external pump. How much would a tank cost that I could mount between the frame rails? Would it come with a sender (with a return line)? How much without a sender? And how long would it take to manufacture?

Thanks,

-Chris

effects66 · 02-16-2012, 12:56 AM

GROUP BUY - Im in!!!

srea76 · 12-16-2011, 01:27 PM

I bought a 72 blazer tank repo and was planing on plumbing it to my taillight or marker light. Since that time I feel it would just be easier to cut the bed floor and go straight up with one of these tanks. Anyone have pictures of how they have plumbed these tanks. Thanks!

Also do these come with sending unit etc to work on a 72?

automagic67 · 01-15-2012, 11:45 PM

What material is everyone making their fuel lines out of? I want to run hard lines but the cheapest is steel which has a chance to corrode the aluminum tank, I could use aluminum but some say it can crack under vibration, or stainless which is spendy and I have heard it can be difficult to work with. Anybody have any input?

darthwall · 01-15-2012, 11:55 PM

I did brass fittings off the tank with a coated steel line hard line the whole system in 3/8" complete with return line off the preasure regulator worked out real nice. SS is nice but you will probably have to get someone to do the flaring for the fittings
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**Clyde65** · 01-17-2012, 01:55 PM

Wait a bit if you can, David usually does a Group Buy in Spring. not sure when tho. He also give us members an all the time 10% ( I think) off. call him and ask him to make sure though

austin60c10 · 01-19-2012, 12:53 PM

Hello all, has anyone put one of these in a 60-62? I'm planning to order soon and wondered what measurements you gave him or if you just got the standard tank and made brackets I know my frame is about 4 inches wider than a 63-72. I thought I ran across someones plans for a 62 but can't find it now

**Clyde65** · 01-21-2012, 01:28 PM

You can contact David and he will make it as wide as you want it, just give him the dimensions/drawing.

lownslw64 · 02-03-2012, 01:24 PM

suscribed, waiting for the group buy. need a efi tank for a 64 swb.

*six-T-seven* · 02-09-2012, 01:34 PM

Subscribing for next group buy. Need a standard tank with a center fill.

11-01-2011, 07:51 PM	#1
70-Chevy -Chris Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Moyock, NC Posts: 622	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank What have you guys done for an access panel to the filler in a steel bed? Any recommendations? __________________ 1970 Chevy C-10 P/U, Shortbed, Fleetside - 5/7 drop, 496, TH400, 12 bolt. BUILD THREAD - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404481 2012 F250 Super Duty P/U - intake, exhaust, tuner, 4" lift with 35's 2017 Chevy Suburban (Wifes Car) - Fully Loaded & Stock "Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines don't have that problem." Ronald Reagan, President of the United States; 1985

11-05-2011, 06:57 PM	#2
trenz68 Damage Inc Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Baytown Tx Posts: 336	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank what sending unit is used for this tank __________________ 05 CC- magnacharged,LTs,Gt-2 cam,3.73s,tru-trac,tuned-sold 01 ECSB- caddy-clipped,22/24 intros,cammed,layin-frame 04 RCSB-joe gibbs clone,22in billets 68 stepper build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=332337

11-08-2011, 05:08 PM	#3
chopnchaneled Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Atlanta, Ga. Posts: 1,050	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank Dave,,, I've tried to read all 22 pages of this thread and so probably missed this, but will the hidden hitch also work with your tank? 68 short bed, sport bumper? __________________ I don't think we get smarter as we get older. We just run out of Stupid things to do.

11-08-2011, 09:58 PM	#4
c10seconds Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: gilbert,AZ Posts: 947	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank When will the group buy price be offered again? Posted via Mobile Device

11-15-2011, 04:43 AM	#5
Yobyllib Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Victoria, BC Canada Posts: 26	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank If there is a group buy in the near future put me down for a side fill tank.

11-15-2011, 12:08 PM	#6
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,540	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank Usually in the spring and fall. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

11-22-2011, 09:57 PM	#7
Daveboyd Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: ocala, fl Posts: 270	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank Sooooo If we were to make revisions to this current tank. Does anyone have any suggestions? Can be anything. Structure, pump options, Cap options. Please PM me any suggestions. -dave __________________ Dave Boyd View Our 63-72 C10 Tank options https://fueltankparts.com/collections/63-72-c10-tanks Boyd Welding Main Site : http://www.boydwelding.com/ Boyd Online Shop: https://fueltankparts.com/ E: Sales@boydwelding.com

11-23-2011, 08:02 AM	#8
rob32472 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: dallas ga Posts: 1,504	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank On the EFI tanks the you can here the pump whine maybe insulate or something...... I have heard several and they are all same.......

11-26-2011, 03:13 AM	#9
automagic67 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Las Vegas Nv Posts: 21	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank All the pics I see in this thread have the tank rigidly bolted to each frame rail. What if I decide to take a fast turn or if I jack one corner of the rear up to change a tire(or any other reason) and the frame flexes. With the tank rigidly attached, it would have to withstand these forces. Did anybody mount this thing with straps or rubber bushings etc. to isolate the tank from the frame flexing?

11-27-2011, 01:34 PM	#10
automagic67 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Las Vegas Nv Posts: 21	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank Another issue not addressed with this tank is galvanic corrosion where the steel frame contacts the aluminum flange. I plan to spray a coat or two of that rubberizer paint on the frame and on the flange to eliminate the chance of the flange pitting out. Still no responses to my last post about mounting the tank rigidly.

11-28-2011, 04:55 PM	#14
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,928	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank A couple things. First mine is EFI and the pump seems to be quiet enough for me. I had an external before that was much louder. Secondly, the above height thing. I had to remove my rear cross support and slide my tank from the rear to sit the mounting "wings" on my frame. If I mounted it to the bottom I would have had the interference also. By placing it inside the frame it clears the top jsut barely. I would agree it would not hurt for it to be a little taller. I am waiting for my computer retune but have driven it some this tank looks and works super. You mention "instructions" I honestly cant remember if I got any or not. if not I would suggest including this with these "must do" items like the rubber pad and the fittings. A bigger more gph EFI pump would be a nice option this was not available when I purchased so I have the 255. Thanks for the great product Dave __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

11-29-2011, 12:26 AM	#15
Joemomma1 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: CA Posts: 813	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank Subscribed. I can wait untill the next group buy.

02-09-2012, 01:04 AM	#16
todd99 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: prescott, az Posts: 225	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank Hi Boyd, I am looking to upgrade my 71' longhorn with a new fuel tank and I would like a quote. I am running efi with an external pump. How much would a tank cost that I could mount between the frame rails? Would it come with a sender (with a return line)? How much without a sender? And how long would it take to manufacture? Thanks, -Chris __________________ 1971 C20 Longhorn Custom Camper

02-16-2012, 12:56 AM	#17
effects66 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Jose Posts: 206	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank GROUP BUY - Im in!!!

12-16-2011, 01:27 PM	#18
srea76 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Hazlehurst, Ga. Posts: 822	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank I bought a 72 blazer tank repo and was planing on plumbing it to my taillight or marker light. Since that time I feel it would just be easier to cut the bed floor and go straight up with one of these tanks. Anyone have pictures of how they have plumbed these tanks. Thanks! Also do these come with sending unit etc to work on a 72? __________________ 1972 Custom Deluxe LT1 Gen V Swap "Green Lantern" 1984 Silverado Red Baron-72 c10 Project



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01-15-2012, 11:45 PM	#19
automagic67 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Las Vegas Nv Posts: 21	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank What material is everyone making their fuel lines out of? I want to run hard lines but the cheapest is steel which has a chance to corrode the aluminum tank, I could use aluminum but some say it can crack under vibration, or stainless which is spendy and I have heard it can be difficult to work with. Anybody have any input?

01-15-2012, 11:55 PM	#20
darthwall Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: washington Posts: 274	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank I did brass fittings off the tank with a coated steel line hard line the whole system in 3/8" complete with return line off the preasure regulator worked out real nice. SS is nice but you will probably have to get someone to do the flaring for the fittings Posted via Mobile Device

01-17-2012, 01:55 PM	#21
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,540	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank Wait a bit if you can, David usually does a Group Buy in Spring. not sure when tho. He also give us members an all the time 10% ( I think) off. call him and ask him to make sure though __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

01-19-2012, 12:53 PM	#22
austin60c10 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Manhattan Ks Posts: 88	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank Hello all, has anyone put one of these in a 60-62? I'm planning to order soon and wondered what measurements you gave him or if you just got the standard tank and made brackets I know my frame is about 4 inches wider than a 63-72. I thought I ran across someones plans for a 62 but can't find it now

01-21-2012, 01:28 PM	#23
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,540	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank You can contact David and he will make it as wide as you want it, just give him the dimensions/drawing. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

02-03-2012, 01:24 PM	#24
lownslw64 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Middleton, Idaho Posts: 235	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank suscribed, waiting for the group buy. need a efi tank for a 64 swb. __________________ 1963 Chevy suburban, ls1/4l60e, 3 rows, barn doors 2007 chevy 2500 hd 4x4 duramax

02-09-2012, 01:34 PM	#25
six-T-seven Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Here and There. Posts: 100	Re: Boyd Welding-67-72 Rear Mount Aluminum Tank Subscribing for next group buy. Need a standard tank with a center fill.

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