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67Slider · 09-25-2010, 04:44 PM

I have been wanting to install a behind the license plate tank since I bought my truck. I took this as an opportunity to help anyone else who may want to go this route.

Mods - If this need to go someplace else - no problem with me.

Here goes.......

I bought a 69 Camaro gas tank(18 Gallon), sending unit, straps and anti, squeak kit from a company off of E-bay by ther name of Tamraz for 194.00 shipped. Don't order off ebay, just call the company tell them about the forum and this install and they "may" cut you a deal. Don' bother with the 69 Camaro gas tank straps. It's easier to fabricate your own than use theirs. See if they will swap out the straps for the anti-squeak kit.

Their # is 1800-442-4601

Here is a list of other items needed:

Flip down license plate holder - 10.00 U-pull
6 ft metal tubing 2"x3" and 8' of 1"x 1/8 strapping - $30 at steel distibutor
10' 3/8 tubing, 4' rubber fuel line, locking gas cap, union for tubing - 32.00 @ Autozone
Misc hardware to mount tank to frame and fuel line - $10 at hardware store

Total about 276.00
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I started by mocking up the tank to the frame to see how much of a spacer I would need with my bumper
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Once I got the right height I took off the license plate bracket and cut out a square with the cut off wheel, drilled a couple of holes in the bracket and mounted the flip down holder.
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I cut the 2x3 square, drilled the holes and mounted it to the frame. After that I cut the 1x1/8 and bent them into the shape of the tank, drilled holes and did a test fit.
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Put everything in place and slid the anti squeak pieces in, tightened it all down.
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Took out the old tank and fuel lines and pre-bent the new lines to match the old one.
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Then installed the front portion using the old clips. Installed the back portion with some new clips and hoses.
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I still need to hang the exhaust so that it doesn't hit the tank and smooth the old gas neck hole but that will be another day.

Here is the finished product.
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I have to say thanks to Bad70sbchevy, without his pics and info none of this would have gotten done. This is truly his build I just detailed it a bit more.

I took a bunch more pics and they are in my gallery if you want to check them out.

Matt

shaneschevys · 09-25-2010, 04:49 PM

I never thought of using a camaro tank. Thanks for sharing!

69 Okie Truck · 09-25-2010, 04:54 PM

How well does it fill?

71red · 09-25-2010, 05:10 PM

AWESOME! Thanks for the write up and pics. I plan on doing this as well. . Very clean!

67Slider · 09-25-2010, 05:25 PM

Just filled it and it fills great.

oldblue1968chevy · 09-25-2010, 05:54 PM

so thats the original filler area? Does it leak or anything?

Kidd-7 · 09-25-2010, 06:03 PM

Thats sweet; I grew up with a '79 TA in the family and thought that was the coolest thing at the gas pump. I have another idea to add to the list

. Any concern with ground clearance it looks kinda low. What is the ride height of your truck? Thanks.

LONGHAIR · 09-25-2010, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

so thats the original filler area? Does it leak or anything?

A whole lot of '60s to mid '70s GM cars were like that.

67Slider · 09-25-2010, 06:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kidd-7

Thats sweet; I grew up with a '79 TA in the family and thought that was the coolest thing at the gas pump. I have another idea to add to the list

. Any concern with ground clearance it looks kinda low. What is the ride height of your truck? Thanks.

I have a 4 inch drop in the back. Doesn't sit any lower than the pumkin.

No leaks!

57larry · 09-25-2010, 08:26 PM

that's a great idea. let's put this in the tech section

RCbowtie69 · 09-26-2010, 10:32 AM

looks great,nice job, and pictures

72armyswbtruck · 09-26-2010, 04:18 PM

I wonder what other years that 69 GM Camaro tank will interchange with??
Always looking for a different source for a part. Camaro equals expensive, 78 Nova equals not so expensive.

norman martin jr. · 09-26-2010, 04:46 PM

What a great idea.Been kickin around what to do with my. This is the best one so far. Tank out of the cab and still has a factory look. Nice install. Thank for sharing...

Bad70sbchevy · 09-27-2010, 02:43 PM

Thanks man, that thing turned out clean. Great job.

Rodk65 · 09-27-2010, 07:54 PM

Good write up and pictures. I'll have to do some measuring to see if it will clear a short bed 4x4.

djimenzj · 09-28-2010, 02:41 PM

67Slider thank you for shareing... Im on a low budget and will have to go this route... Nice set up vs the 700 fuel cells... hey they stick out too... still looks clean... Nice work ! ! ! Having the tank in the cab makes me nervous... especially cause our trucks tend to get t bonned... nock on wood... Thanks again 67Slider !

slowtruck · 09-28-2010, 08:26 PM

WOW! I like the look, give a factory look to it. I've already installed the blazer tank, but had I seen this first I would have done this. It would have saved me the hassle of putting a gas door in the side of the bed!

*lakeroadster* · 09-28-2010, 08:44 PM

Great write up and initiative to try something new!

Do you have any pictures of your Camaro tank installation from the side or back, from a distance and with the bed installed? Seems like the tank is hanging down really low... same look as the blazer style tanks.

I recessed a 1949-52 Chevy tank into my '65 'cause I really didn't want to see the tank hanging below the bumper or visible from the side of the truck.

67Slider · 09-28-2010, 09:01 PM

I haven't put the bed back on. It is still in the "in work" stage. I wil try to take some pics from the side tomorrow.

Bad70sbchevy · 09-29-2010, 06:36 PM

I got some pics of the back of mine with stock lift.

Rodk65 · 09-29-2010, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Bad70sbchevy

I got some pics of the back of mine with stock lift.

That looks nice Bad70. I think I might try this instead of a putting a hole in the side or in the bed.

Bad70sbchevy · 09-30-2010, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Rodk65

That looks nice Bad70. I think I might try this instead of a putting a hole in the side or in the bed.

Thanks, thats the exact same reason why I didnt want to use the blazer tank.

Texasbigblock · 10-04-2010, 05:32 PM

That is almost exactly how I did mine, been a few years and still works great!

Bad70sbchevy · 10-05-2010, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Texasbigblock

That is almost exactly how I did mine, been a few years and still works great!

Its funny you should say that, I actually got the idea from your build thread

*lakeroadster* · 10-05-2010, 01:13 PM

I took the liberty of lightening up the picture a bit so the tank could be seen in the photo... man that is one shiny bumper :-)

09-25-2010, 04:44 PM	#1
67Slider Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Pueblo West, CO Posts: 944	69 Camaro Gas Tank Install I have been wanting to install a behind the license plate tank since I bought my truck. I took this as an opportunity to help anyone else who may want to go this route. Mods - If this need to go someplace else - no problem with me. Here goes....... I bought a 69 Camaro gas tank(18 Gallon), sending unit, straps and anti, squeak kit from a company off of E-bay by ther name of Tamraz for 194.00 shipped. Don't order off ebay, just call the company tell them about the forum and this install and they "may" cut you a deal. Don' bother with the 69 Camaro gas tank straps. It's easier to fabricate your own than use theirs. See if they will swap out the straps for the anti-squeak kit. Their # is 1800-442-4601 Here is a list of other items needed: Flip down license plate holder - 10.00 U-pull 6 ft metal tubing 2"x3" and 8' of 1"x 1/8 strapping - $30 at steel distibutor 10' 3/8 tubing, 4' rubber fuel line, locking gas cap, union for tubing - 32.00 @ Autozone Misc hardware to mount tank to frame and fuel line - $10 at hardware store Total about 276.00 [IMG][/IMG] I started by mocking up the tank to the frame to see how much of a spacer I would need with my bumper [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] Once I got the right height I took off the license plate bracket and cut out a square with the cut off wheel, drilled a couple of holes in the bracket and mounted the flip down holder. [IMG][/IMG] I cut the 2x3 square, drilled the holes and mounted it to the frame. After that I cut the 1x1/8 and bent them into the shape of the tank, drilled holes and did a test fit. [IMG][/IMG] Put everything in place and slid the anti squeak pieces in, tightened it all down. [IMG][/IMG] Took out the old tank and fuel lines and pre-bent the new lines to match the old one. [IMG][/IMG] Then installed the front portion using the old clips. Installed the back portion with some new clips and hoses. [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] I still need to hang the exhaust so that it doesn't hit the tank and smooth the old gas neck hole but that will be another day. Here is the finished product. [IMG][/IMG] I have to say thanks to Bad70sbchevy, without his pics and info none of this would have gotten done. This is truly his build I just detailed it a bit more. I took a bunch more pics and they are in my gallery if you want to check them out. Matt __________________ 67 C10 Stepside 66 Mustang Coupe 99 Burb 2500 Last edited by 67Slider; 09-25-2010 at 05:28 PM.

09-25-2010, 04:49 PM	#2
shaneschevys Its always something! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: FT Worth,TX Posts: 4,992	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install I never thought of using a camaro tank. Thanks for sharing! __________________ 79 p10 stepvan 72 Short Fleetside 72 Suburban 67 GMC One Ton Flatbed 64 Short Fleetside 57 Chevy 2DR Hard Top 57 Chevy 2dr wagon 65 f* short fleet 63 C 60 Flatbed Member of the patina club**

09-25-2010, 04:54 PM	#3
69 Okie Truck Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Dallas Posts: 122	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install How well does it fill?

09-25-2010, 05:10 PM	#4
71red Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: The Bay, CA Posts: 29	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install AWESOME! Thanks for the write up and pics. I plan on doing this as well. . Very clean! Last edited by 71red; 09-25-2010 at 05:10 PM.

09-25-2010, 05:25 PM	#5
67Slider Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Pueblo West, CO Posts: 944	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install Just filled it and it fills great. __________________ 67 C10 Stepside 66 Mustang Coupe 99 Burb 2500

09-25-2010, 05:54 PM	#6
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install so thats the original filler area? Does it leak or anything? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

09-25-2010, 06:03 PM	#7
Kidd-7 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: RTP, NC Posts: 518	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install Thats sweet; I grew up with a '79 TA in the family and thought that was the coolest thing at the gas pump. I have another idea to add to the list . Any concern with ground clearance it looks kinda low. What is the ride height of your truck? Thanks.

09-25-2010, 08:26 PM	#10
57larry Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 1,160	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install that's a great idea. let's put this in the tech section

09-26-2010, 10:32 AM	#11
RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install looks great,nice job, and pictures

09-26-2010, 04:18 PM	#12
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,034	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install I wonder what other years that 69 GM Camaro tank will interchange with?? Always looking for a different source for a part. Camaro equals expensive, 78 Nova equals not so expensive. __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

09-26-2010, 04:46 PM	#13
norman martin jr. Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Keyes Ca. Posts: 16	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install What a great idea.Been kickin around what to do with my. This is the best one so far. Tank out of the cab and still has a factory look. Nice install. Thank for sharing... __________________ Mr. Breeze

09-27-2010, 02:43 PM	#14
Bad70sbchevy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Newberry,FL Posts: 277	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install Thanks man, that thing turned out clean. Great job. __________________ 1970 Chevrolet C-10 w/355sbc 2010 Silverado Daily Driver 1971 Mercedes 280sl project car Last edited by Bad70sbchevy; 09-27-2010 at 02:45 PM.

09-27-2010, 07:54 PM	#15
Rodk65 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Holmen, WI Posts: 212	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install Good write up and pictures. I'll have to do some measuring to see if it will clear a short bed 4x4. __________________ ROD 1969 K10 4x4 Short Fleet. Tuned Port Injection 350/700R4, Cruise, tilt and factory A/C. 1971 C20 Camper Special. 350/350. SOLD 2002 Chevy Tahoe LT

09-28-2010, 02:41 PM	#16
djimenzj Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Stockton California Posts: 42	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install 67Slider thank you for shareing... Im on a low budget and will have to go this route... Nice set up vs the 700 fuel cells... hey they stick out too... still looks clean... Nice work ! ! ! Having the tank in the cab makes me nervous... especially cause our trucks tend to get t bonned... nock on wood... Thanks again 67Slider !

09-28-2010, 08:26 PM	#17
slowtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cabot AR. Posts: 126	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install WOW! I like the look, give a factory look to it. I've already installed the blazer tank, but had I seen this first I would have done this. It would have saved me the hassle of putting a gas door in the side of the bed!



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09-28-2010, 08:44 PM	#18
lakeroadster Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: High Plains of Colorado Posts: 2,485	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install Great write up and initiative to try something new! Do you have any pictures of your Camaro tank installation from the side or back, from a distance and with the bed installed? Seems like the tank is hanging down really low... same look as the blazer style tanks. I recessed a 1949-52 Chevy tank into my '65 'cause I really didn't want to see the tank hanging below the bumper or visible from the side of the truck. Attached Images Last edited by lakeroadster; 09-28-2010 at 08:55 PM.

09-28-2010, 09:01 PM	#19
67Slider Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Pueblo West, CO Posts: 944	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install I haven't put the bed back on. It is still in the "in work" stage. I wil try to take some pics from the side tomorrow. __________________ 67 C10 Stepside 66 Mustang Coupe 99 Burb 2500

09-29-2010, 06:36 PM	#20
Bad70sbchevy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Newberry,FL Posts: 277	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install I got some pics of the back of mine with stock lift. Attached Images __________________ 1970 Chevrolet C-10 w/355sbc 2010 Silverado Daily Driver 1971 Mercedes 280sl project car

10-04-2010, 05:32 PM	#23
Texasbigblock Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 252	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install That is almost exactly how I did mine, been a few years and still works great! __________________ -Scott- 1970 C10 shortbed 396 1969 C30 dually flatbed "Vidalia"

10-05-2010, 01:13 PM	#25
lakeroadster Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: High Plains of Colorado Posts: 2,485	Re: 69 Camaro Gas Tank Install I took the liberty of lightening up the picture a bit so the tank could be seen in the photo... man that is one shiny bumper :-) Attached Images Last edited by lakeroadster; 10-05-2010 at 01:14 PM.

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