Fuel tank recommendations for 1972

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Old May 14, 2026 | 12:40 PM
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Fuel tank recommendations for 1972

Replaced a leaking fuel line this weekend and noticed while I was under the car that the fuel tank might have one or two very tiny pin hole leaks. Who is making the best aftermarket tanks right now? I tried searching the forum but could not fine any information. Maybe this has been discussed before. Car is a 1972 Cutlass supreme. Thanks for the help as always!
Old May 14, 2026 | 05:53 PM
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I'm happy with my Tanks Inc 24 gallon unit.
Old May 14, 2026 | 06:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Weslax25
..............Who is making the best aftermarket tanks right now?...........
Its been several years, but I am happy with this Spectra
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Old May 15, 2026 | 05:28 AM
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$145 at Amazon with free shipping if you have Prime.



Old May 15, 2026 | 08:48 AM
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×2 for Spectra. Mine's nearly 20 years old and looks/works like new.
Old May 16, 2026 | 04:59 AM
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I've had a Spectra in my '72 since 2016 - no issues
Old May 16, 2026 | 07:04 AM
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Old May 16, 2026 | 07:19 AM
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Unfortunately, when I checked earlier this year, Spectra was no longer manufacturing tanks for these applications. Perhaps that has changed? That would be great, I've bought many of their tanks and thought they were excellent plus reasonably priced.
Old May 16, 2026 | 07:40 AM
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this is what I have in my '72 and Amazon seems to show it available and so does Autozone

Spectra GM34R

Part Specifications

US Gallon20Liter75
Length39-1/4 in.Width24-1/2 in.Height7-3/4 in.

KitLO02 (Included)

Strap SetST49 (Not Included)

Comments W/ Filler Neck; W/ Three Vent Pipes

Amazon Amazon

https://www.autozone.com/p/trugrade-...k-gm34r/363294

Last edited by 70sgeek; May 16, 2026 at 07:45 AM.
Old Today | 02:43 AM
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Tanks inc has there standard Oldsmobile tank for 175.00 but they wont have them in stock till the end of June according to there website, I have the notched corner variety from them for fuel injection, nice unit.
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