Gas tank
#1
Gas tank
I finally got that tank off but i want to get it boiled out v/s buying a new one.. They told me at the radiator shop that i probably needed to reline the tank is that necessary and whats the purpose?
#4
You might be able to seal yours for $25-50 with a kit from the likes of POR or Eastwood, but I'm really not sure how much they're going for these days.
I agree that, all told, just buying a new one is probably cheaper, easier, and more effective.
- Eric
I agree that, all told, just buying a new one is probably cheaper, easier, and more effective.
- Eric
#5
Just an Olds Guy
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Edmonton, AB. And "I am Can 'eh' jun - eh"
Posts: 24,525
The guys who are saying buy the Spectra tank? Yes Spectra (Canadian made) makes a good tank. 150.00 = maybe? Probably closer to 180.00 but you still have to pay for the ride which will likely be around 100.00 (oversize). I am putting in a new Spectra GM34R in my 72. I can buy it locally from NAPA for a decent price that makes Rock Auto look like a robber baron. I'm replacing it because this is the second time it's developed a leak. I fixed it once. This time I'm going new. And while you're at cleaning the tank, replace the sending unit and all the rubber gas lines - back and front.
Just saying to consider your options and the budget you have to work with. Choose wisely.
#6
Allan, mine from Rock was right at 180.00 including the freight - purchased late summer last year. Every day is a new day on their pricing - earlier this year, they were selling the tank for about 135.00.
#7
Just an Olds Guy
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Edmonton, AB. And "I am Can 'eh' jun - eh"
Posts: 24,525
I've sent some stuff to folks in the US who have questioned the price I quote from the post office for shipping. They are so used to the 'inner border' shipping which is a lot cheaper. It's like that in Canada too, but we get screwed on just about everything that has to do with shipping. ....sigh......
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