41chevy Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 When I was almost home from Ocala my left fuel tank started leaking. mMade the last 55 miles home. The top seam was split in a few sections and the Farmer I bought the truck from had a truck shop in Riverhead repair it. The never welded it they used J B Weld on it!My question is the tanks I have are are 58 gallon each, I located a pair of 110 gallon R model tanks for $450.00 for the pair. Both the 58 gal tanks and the 110 gal tanks are 25" dia.. I would think all I need to do is relocate the rear tank brackets. Right?? The senders , line and caps are all in the same areas. 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/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olivetroad Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 Remember to carry more moolah with you to fill them up Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-92428 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted November 29, 2011 Author Share Posted November 29, 2011 Remember to carry more moolah with you to fill them upWhen I cross in to Jersey I pay almost a buck less for fuel! 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/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-92430 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaysm35a2 Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 Ive seen JB Weld use on fuel tanks alot, they have never leaked again.It sounds like all you should do is move the rear brackets. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-92434 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 Do your tanks have the recesses pressed into the end bells on both ends? Most times with this type setup the rear support is also holds the rear support for the cab. If the strap type you can get by where it is but is best to move the strap to the rear if possible.Either way the tanks will fit provided they don't interfere with other underpinnings of the truck.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/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-92437 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bollweevil Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 Is the tank past repairing? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-92438 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted November 30, 2011 Author Share Posted November 30, 2011 Is the tank past repairing?Rob, conventional strap and bracket mount on the rear and no chassis interference aside from moving a harness. The cab has air ride and not the wide combo mount.Bullhusk, the tank is repairable, take a few hours to prep and TIG up. It needs about a foot of weld. But I'd rather have the longer legs I get from the larger tanks. Makes the trips to Va and Florida easier with 1/2 the fuel stops. PaulAs for the J B Weld, probably would have worked if they prepped the surface instead of making it look like a weld. 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/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-92452 Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 On tanks that long I think there is usually a third mount (second strap on a R) added. I may have an extra set of mounts. I'll look tomorrow. You may also need to move your exhaust where it comes around the rear of the tank. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-92465 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted November 30, 2011 Author Share Posted November 30, 2011 I figured on the exhaust. I was wondering about a third strap, figured I'd look at a few of the sand haulers tomorrow. 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/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-92479 Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 Looking at this picture you may not need to move the exhaust. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-92480 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted November 30, 2011 Author Share Posted November 30, 2011 My exhaust it already runs like that and my bed lift cylinders clear by 14+ inches. I ordered the tanks and added the 2 brackets are included for only $25 more. 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/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-92516 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted December 7, 2011 Author Share Posted December 7, 2011 Got my tanks and brackets today, delievery by UPS no less! The have a 175 lb limit on items. Took a pic of the UPS guy with the first tank on the hand truck with the UPS label on the bare tank. Can't figure how to up load the from my new phone til my grand son gets here. It's got a "Touch Scream". I touch the screen and and scream couse my fingers are to big. 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/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-93135 Share on other sites More sharing options...
randyp Posted December 7, 2011 Share Posted December 7, 2011 Im a strong believer in JB weld, the inventors wife lives bout 60 miles from me,,(in a 25 million dollar mansion). the inventor passed away. I have considered using it on my wifes mouth, she doesnt shut it long enough for it to cure though,,,,randyp Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-93139 Share on other sites More sharing options...
randyp Posted December 7, 2011 Share Posted December 7, 2011 I once used it on a 350 cummins block that had a scalloped out place on it, and kept blowing head gaskets. I ground it down when it cured and put head on and it never failed again! randyp Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-93140 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted December 7, 2011 Author Share Posted December 7, 2011 Would have worked if they prepared the tank for it. 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/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-93143 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted December 13, 2011 Author Share Posted December 13, 2011 Tanks are on and no leaks. Fueled up ($$$$$) and off to Va. on thursday with it. 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/21864-r-model-fuel-tanks/#findComment-93875 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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