Red Horse Posted September 28, 2010 Share Posted September 28, 2010 Guys,Does anyone know if the rubber channel that goes around the square steel step fuel tank straps is still available? In addition to B models I believe the tanks were also offered on R and U models. If no longer available, any other options? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 28, 2010 Share Posted September 28, 2010 Guys,Does anyone know if the rubber channel that goes around the square steel step fuel tank straps is still available? In addition to B models I believe the tanks were also offered on R and U models. If no longer available, any other options? Most of us go to WATTS MACK SALES @ 1-888-304-6225 for B Model and R Model needs....ask for Tracy or Barry. Regards mike Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64435 Share on other sites More sharing options...
QCDriver Posted September 28, 2010 Share Posted September 28, 2010 I've used 2" tow straps with weather strip adhesive and glued to strap. Installed strap after glue cured. If you can't find them. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64442 Share on other sites More sharing options...
joes mack Posted September 28, 2010 Share Posted September 28, 2010 tube type rim liners work well if you cant find the strap liners. just put them under the tank and straps and when you get the straps tight trim the liners with a razor knife. they look pretty good. thats what we use on the tanks when we have to change tanks.. joe Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64446 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted September 28, 2010 Share Posted September 28, 2010 The rim liners are a good idea, I used garage door lower weather seal on my DM. It's a a shallow "u" channel. I got some at the local garage door insaller for free. A roll of 25 feet at the home center cost about 25 / 30 buckos. Paul Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64450 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 29, 2010 Share Posted September 29, 2010 I'll say you guys got the best idea and cost efficient. For some reason I got this hangup wanting OEM, and have not let it sink in yet that these parts are probably EXTINCT. I'm learning and an old dog trying to learn. mike Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64455 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted September 29, 2010 Share Posted September 29, 2010 I'll say you guys got the best idea and cost efficient. For some reason I got this hangup wanting OEM, and have not let it sink in yet that these parts are probably EXTINCT. I'm learning and an old dog trying to learn. mike I've seen a lot of folks use the nylon straps that are yellow. Cut the hooks off the strap and boil the strap in "RIT" black dye on the stove. Install into the straps with black rubber weatherstip adhesive, (as mentioned prior) and you'll never have a problem with it. Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64467 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 29, 2010 Share Posted September 29, 2010 I've seen a lot of folks use the nylon straps that are yellow. Cut the hooks off the strap and boil the strap in "RIT" black dye on the stove. Install into the straps with black rubber weatherstip adhesive, (as mentioned prior) and you'll never have a problem with it. Rob Excellent idea. This is what makes me keep coming back, cause of better ideas that work. I remember my dad using this method on an old truck we had and it works great. I must have been 12 at the time he used that method and material. mike Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64469 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Horse Posted September 29, 2010 Author Share Posted September 29, 2010 Guys-thx for all your suggestions. Just for kicks I'm going to try the local Mack outlet. I probably should call Watts but they don't list it in their online catalog. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64472 Share on other sites More sharing options...
220cummins Posted September 29, 2010 Share Posted September 29, 2010 Guys-thx for all your suggestions. Just for kicks I'm going to try the local Mack outlet. I probably should call Watts but they don't list it in their online catalog.Try Cleveland Tank, they made me my stainless straps to custom length with the insulators for half the price of a powder coated steel ones from Mack. They sell the insulators seperate....heres the link http://www.clevelandtank.com/tank-accessories.htmlPretty good people to deal with Barry from Watts actually told me about them. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64487 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Horse Posted September 29, 2010 Author Share Posted September 29, 2010 Try Cleveland Tank, they made me my stainless straps to custom length with the insulators for half the price of a powder coated steel ones from Mack. They sell the insulators seperate....heres the link http://www.cleveland...ccessories.htmlPretty good people to deal with Barry from Watts actually told me about them.thx "220" Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64492 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted September 29, 2010 Share Posted September 29, 2010 We do stock rubber insulator in either 2" or 1-1/2" widths. Comes in 150" rolls. Quote Barry - Watt's Truck Center Parts Manager and BMT Webmaster...1-888-304-MACK Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64493 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 29, 2010 Share Posted September 29, 2010 We do stock rubber insulator in either 2" or 1-1/2" widths. Comes in 150" rolls. Thanks for informing us on this matter. I'm sure i'll be needing it. I did recieve my order from Watt's this afternoon all in good order. THX mike Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64499 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Horse Posted October 9, 2010 Author Share Posted October 9, 2010 Try Cleveland Tank, they made me my stainless straps to custom length with the insulators for half the price of a powder coated steel ones from Mack. They sell the insulators seperate....heres the link http://www.cleveland...ccessories.htmlPretty good people to deal with Barry from Watts actually told me about them.Well 220 I checked out their website and sent them a question, got a prompt answer and ordered the insulators this afternoon- fair price too.Thx again Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64986 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted October 9, 2010 Share Posted October 9, 2010 None of my B models have the rubber insulators.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-64988 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HK Trucking Posted October 9, 2010 Share Posted October 9, 2010 This wouldn't be desirable for a restoration, but I used to use 2" fire hose. Cut 2 pieces of fire hose the proper length, then slide a hose over each strap, put the straps on & tighten down. Youll never have a tank insulator problem again.Crude, but effective.. Quote "If You Can't Shift It Smoothly, You Shouldn't Be Driving It" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-65011 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog13407 Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 Barry dpes your insulator strap wrap around the strap or does it come even with the strap and is it self sticky? i used the kind that comes even with the strap and is self sticky instead of the one that wraps around the strap and it seems to shift and move. thinking about changing it. thanks, Matt Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-65128 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Horse Posted November 1, 2010 Author Share Posted November 1, 2010 220 Cummins had good advice- not only did I order the insulators from Cleveland Tank, but after snapping the first "T" bolt off, I dragged out the Sawsall and cut the rest of them off. I then ordered new straps from Cleveland.as well. Good service and fair price. New ones were powder coated with good quality "T" bolts, washers, and stop nuts. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-66134 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Covert Posted November 1, 2010 Share Posted November 1, 2010 One of mine is gone and the other tank has an insulator that looks more like a canvas strip. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/15936-fuel-tank-rubber-strap-insulator/#findComment-66159 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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