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?

 

What kind of condition is it in? Reline is to seal up rust and tiny leaks. New spectra tank from rockauto is about $150

 

It!s not worth fixing the old one- get a new spectra tank and be done with it.

 

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

 

Get a second opinion. The gas tank shouldn't need a 'reline'. Far as I know these tanks were never lined from the factory to start with. Take it to a shop that will clean it thoroughly and leak test it. If it's in good shape just re-use it.

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.

 

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.

 

Gotcha! Wierd though. I just looked and they have the GM34R they listed for 150.00. Shipping to me is ONLY 199.00 I guess that's a bit of a deal breaker from my point of view. My price at NAPA is 219.00 + tax - no shipping. For some reason the cross border shipping experience just about always leaves a sour taste in my mouth.

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......