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My 1952 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe 4-Door has the original 16 gallon fuel tank. However if I use more than approximately 10 gallons I run out of gas. The car was in storage for years for years. it sounds like the bottom portion of the pick-up tube has rusted away. Does that make sense? If so is it possible to replace the pick-up tube since the tank is fine otherwise? Your replies to my posts are always appreciated.
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If you're talking about the gas tank fill tube, I haven't seen them for sale separately. They are welded to the gas tank. If you could locate a used tank you could probably weld in a tube from the used tank. Most folks just replace the entire tank.
Also, check the filler hose which connects the fuel nozzle tube to the tank fill tube. Those usually dry rot and are easily replaceable. See chevsoftheforties.com, or fillingstation.com for replacements. I would suspect that first.
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You might be able to check the pick up tube with an inspection camera. If it is broken possibly a new one could be soldered in. Will require lots of caution when working on the tank.
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It may be possible to attach a gas resistant rubber hose to extend the rusted off tube.
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I need to remove the tank to install a new sending unit. If the interior of the tank is rust free I will attempt o install a length of gas resistant rubber hose to the pick-up tube. if there is rust inside of the tank I will install a new tank. Thanks for the suggestion.
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IMHO, replacement tanks are not too expensive, so I would just go ahead and replace it.
Sometimes repairs can be more trouble and you want to think about your safety also, regarding fuel fumes, etc..
I actually went with a plastic tank and it works great. The best thing--no more rust outs.
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When I first saw plastic tanks on new cars I was afraid of them. Now after all these years I would prefer to have one - unless I a required a stock, original look.
Last edited by Chev Nut; 11/15/17 02:32 PM.
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