65 gas tank

[big block 460]

hey guys just bought a 1965 and it needs a gas tank , i already change the filters several times i found one for 100.00 $ no drain no big deal is there anything i should know about it or should i just grab and growl the bad thing i just filled it up go figure any help i could use

 

[big block 460]

by what i am seeing in haynes book the tank comes out through the trunk there are bolts ( screws ) there that need to be removed after all the other stuff -- filler tube and gas line and sending unit wires is --- this correct before i get started thanks guys i need help

 

[65conv50]

by what i am seeing in haynes book the tank comes out through the trunk there are bolts ( screws ) there that need to be removed after all the other stuff -- filler tube and gas line and sending unit wires is --- this correct before i get started thanks guys i need help

Yes, the top of the tank is the floor of the trunk. Disconnect all the filler lines, and the fuel gauge sender with feedline. There is usually sealant between the tank rim and the floor of the trunk, so it may be difficult to pull once all the bolts are out. I used a prybar to gradually work mine loose starting at a corner. It will come out the trunk opening easily, by turning it 90 degrees, once it is loose from the floor.

 

[GaPonyFarm]

You should spend the few extra bucks for a tank with the drain plug... Getting ALL the gas out before you remove the sending is a royal PIA, in my opinion.

The messages above are pretty much right on the money, except I've yet to see one with the sealer on it... BTW... get rid of the gas you have in the tank now. If you've had to clean/change fuel filters, I wouldn't want that crap in my car... also use this opportunity to blow out your entire fuel system. oh yea... be sure to put vasoline on the new fuel sender gasket to prevent it from warping and leaking. Don't be intimidated the hardest part about this job is getting the old gas out of the tank!

Good Luck!

 

[big block 460]

hey guys
i got it i didn't know it was so easy i got a tank w/ plug for 79.95$ that was great it took longer to get the gas out than doing the tank it was aready loose i used some good sealent for the new one i used the old sending unit i need to be kicked i guess ohh well it is all good now new tank and new filters now to the next things i guess ,,,hanks guys you all are great help !!!

 

[1995cobraR]

I'd recommend installing a metal plate instead of the cardboard one to protect the passengers from the tank/trunk area.

 

[big block 460]

yeah i looked at that also
i got the trunk mate in also it don'r seem to fit right maybe that is the way it does there is two small tringles pcs is the kit don't know were they go and the spare tire does it go on the side kida cocked ???