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fuel tank install - 55 Chevy

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#1 ·
Just installed new fuel tank and believe the best solution to a leak free system is 2 things.

1. IMO new tanks are not compatible with old filler pipes and best solution is to replace the filler pipe also. I tried the oversize 0 ring and it was better but some seepage. The new filler pipe was a snug fit and leak free.
2. As previous owners have stated to get a leak free fuel sender you need the cork gasket, copper washers and aviation sealer.
 
#4 ·
I've put new tanks in about a dozen trifive's in in the last few years and always used the original filler neck, never a problem.
 
#7 ·
Many filler tubes are rusted, inside. As were my last 2. Scrap bin, for both.
 
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