Dropped the tank from my 86 d150 today, to find a hole in the steel tube that my fuel is supposed to travel through - no wonder I couldn't get any fuel to the engine.
Lovely little job, had to cut the old rusty bolts off with a cutting wheel.
But not a spot of rust on the tank itself - glad I don't own a chevy.
I was told you can't buy tank straps or sending units, so I'm trying to have mine repaired.
At least I know what the problems are...... For now!
Can anyone tell me about a similar gas tank experiance or parts avalibility?
Thanks guys - *peace* :rck:
79L1LRED
07-12-2007, 12:12 AM
not similar but, when i removed my tank to paint the frame i found a small crack where gas could leak out if it was near full. so i platic welded it!!!! that was 5 yeas ago and no problems yet!
bherder
07-12-2007, 01:23 AM
Be very gentle with a plastic tank (Side-rail or rear mounted) ... I've had no probs with mine, but I understand they're harder than hell to find new.... Or even 'good used'......
needa440please
07-15-2007, 02:04 PM
Great news!
The local rad shop was able to rebuild my old sending unit, they had to put 3 new lines on and also had new straps made up for the tank.
I have pictures, just need to get them uploaded...
Now, my truck runs great - You can feel the pulse of the fuel pump if you pinch the rubber line at the back. I bought a new fuel pump, but the old one seems to work.
Which is funny because it came off a 360 in my friends grandparents conversion van, which wouldn't run because it wouldn't get fuel to the carb. AH HA - wait a second - maybe it needs new fuel lines? What a concept. :)
Here's hoping my Dodge is ready for service once again!
- Jim
needa440please
07-16-2007, 12:41 AM
Ok, my bad, again - lost a heater hose on the way home. Had to cut the end off and re-clamp it.
Coolant everywhere!
I should have replaced them a long time ago. But other than that minor repair,
she ran perfect - I was impressed. :)
Speed Dragon
07-16-2007, 07:21 AM
Sweet dude, glad you got it going.
bherder
07-16-2007, 10:17 PM
Ok, my bad, again - lost a heater hose on the way home. Had to cut the end off and re-clamp it.
Coolant everywhere!
I should have replaced them a long time ago. But other than that minor repair,
she ran perfect - I was impressed. :)
Yeeeee.... Sounds like you've got 'Rotten Hose Syndrome' .... I think I'd replace everything under the hood I could find, if I waz you ... ;)
CHEAP INSURANCE!! :D :D :D
(Might wannna also check your brake hoses for any cracks also.....)
But glad you got her on the road again... Have a beer on me!! :D
needa440please
07-21-2007, 12:15 AM
It's nearly flawless - I had her doing a hundred mile an hour today!
And the fuel economy is through the roof, I get close to 20 mpg ,
before about 5-10 mpg. Worth every cent invested.
And also my oil is golden honey instead of black crap.
If anyone wants the dimentions for tank staps, I wil post them here soon.
