Tanks Inc.

[paulk68]

Hey All, I am getting ready to build out my 68 camaro tanks inc fuel tank and after reading some stories I was planning on making a few changes.

1. I was gonna order the Cork gaskets instead of using the Rubber ones supplied.

2. I was gonna upgrade to tube style fuel gauge sending unit instead of using the float style.

What do you guys think are these work the extra cost?

thanks
Paul

[eville]

The gaskets yes, I've heard mixed opinion about the tube sender. Although as you saw on FB, I just used one.

[BBPanel]

Originally Posted by paulk68

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1. I was gonna order the Cork gaskets instead of using the Rubber ones supplied.
2. I was gonna upgrade to tube style fuel gauge sending unit instead of using the float style.
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I did both as well but vehicle not on road yet.

[ADY]

I have the float style and would definitely recommend the tube style as my gas gauge jumps up/down nearly a 1/4 tank in mild driving.

[rustomatic]

The standard stuff works fine, but the standard ventilation of the tank sucks if you have any pumping volume over that of a Walbro 250; even this is pushing it, especially if you plan to drive through turns with some enthusiasm (hot weather of course adds to expansion problems). Gasket sufficiency (and sender accuracy) hinges greatly on how effectively your tank is vented, kind of like with turbo pressure in an engine's crankcase. It took me years to figure this out, but hey, life is about learning, right?

[andrewb70]

I would use the Rick's restomod stamped tank that uses the 5th Gen Camaro fuel module.

I have a Tanks, Inc. tank in my Cougar, and it works fine, but you can't beat the modern fuel modules. I originally was using the Walbro 255 pump, but found it annoyingly loud. I then replaced it with a DW200 pump, which is virtually silent.



Andrew

[Ketzer]

Using the tube type in our FJ40 LS swap with a Boyds Welding tank, really like it.


Jeff-

[minendrews68]

Originally Posted by andrewb70

I would use the Rick's restomod stamped tank that uses the 5th Gen Camaro fuel module.

I have a Tanks, Inc. tank in my Cougar, and it works fine, but you can't beat the modern fuel modules. I originally was using the Walbro 255 pump, but found it annoyingly loud. I then replaced it with a DW200 pump, which is virtually silent.



Andrew

I too switched out my Walbro for the DW 200 pump. I have to blame Andrew for this! I didn't like the sound of the Walbro. To me it was annoying and loud. Some people have no problem with this, but I insulated just about everything I could with rubber and it still bothered me to the point I started asking questions on what pump was quieter. Andrew directed me to the video (in the above post) and I immediately bought one. Luckily, when I went to put this pump in I also ordered the stainless steel door that you put in the trunk. By far, two of the best moves I've made yet. I'm telling ya' you can stick your head in the trunk and barely can hear this thing humming. The stainless door, I think everyone should do this that may have to pull the tank for one reason or the other.. Thanks again Andrew!

[72Z/28]

Originally Posted by ADY

I have the float style and would definitely recommend the tube style as my gas gauge jumps up/down nearly a 1/4 tank in mild driving.

Well I changed my fuel gauge sending unit from Floating to the Tube style sending unit. Unfortunately, did not notice any difference as the gauge kept swinging/jumping up and down in normal driving.

Not sure whether it is the gauge issue or the tube style sending unit.

I replaced my old classic instruments gauges last week and put new autometer gauges but have not driven the car yet.

However, I have read in one of the forums that you cannot get rid of fuel slushing because the tank is not designed with proper baffling. In fact, Summit racing now put a note when ordering tanks in their website as well.

[Mean Buzzen 6]

Originally Posted by 72Z/28

However, I have read in one of the forums that you cannot get rid of fuel slushing because the tank is not designed with proper baffling. In fact, Summit racing now put a note when ordering tanks in their website as well.

Was wondering if you can install a Holley HydraMats ?

https://www.holley.com/products/fuel...mat/hydramats/