Re: [FWDLK] 57-59 Fuel Tanks further update

Van’s prices for NEW tanks for most of their 60s – early 70s Mopars ranges from $120 to $150, plus shipping. This is not “Mega Bucks”. Hopefully the 57 – 59s will be similarly priced. Maybe even less than Tank-Renu.

Dave Homstad

56 dodge D500

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From: Forward Look Mopar Discussion List [mailto:L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of John Teske
Sent: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 7:57 AM
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Subject: Re: [FWDLK] 57-59 Fuel Tanks further update

Hello Forwarders:

     Here are some thoughts on gas tanks for our prize rides. When I began restoring my 56 Fury, I removed the gas tank, had it boiled out at the local radiator shop and used one of those home do it your self kits for interior lining and exterior painting. I then put it away in the attic for a couple years. When I retrieved it for installation on my Fury, the interior lining had deteriorated, came loose and was generally a mess.

     I then took the tank to the local Tank - Renu shop and they removed all the crap from the inside as well as the paint from the outside before putting a better lining inside and a tar like substance on the outside. I then painted the outside with aluminized paint and put the tank on the car. It has worked fine since then.

     Moral of the story is that before spending mega bucks on a repro tank, seriously consider restoring the old one. That includes replacing rusted out sections unless the tank is a total loss.

     John Teske

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