Tank and fuel system options [Archive]

Texas Bob

05-27-2008, 08:06 AM

I have a 17 gallon narrowed fuel tank for a carbed engine that came with the camaro. Now that I have the LS1 is there an option to customize it or would I be better off selling it off and buying a FI specific tank?

Also, the engine is modified and rated at about 430-450 wrhp, since I've never dealt with a fuel system where should I look for a good set up?

silver69camaro

05-27-2008, 10:38 AM

I'd just buy a sump kit from Rock Valley or Tanks Inc. and modify it. Pretty easy to do.

A stock fuel system should work fine for your power level.

Texas Bob

05-27-2008, 10:48 AM

Thanks. Been looking at those two for mods to the tank.

T/Aaron

05-27-2008, 11:45 AM

I just bought a new tank for my '75 T/A this morning and also the fuel pump kit from Tanks and also a VDO fuel level kit from Jegs. It may be 2 weeks before everything is in my hands, but should be learning experience. BTW, I'll be installing an LS1 into it, hence the fuel tank mods.

cdoggy81

05-28-2008, 08:16 PM

Please keep me posted. I'm about to do the same with my 70 TA :)

monza

05-28-2008, 09:12 PM

Phone or email Rick... http://www.rickshotrodshop.com/tanks.htm

he'll help you out, all depends on your end goals and budget?

LSX1STGEN

02-02-2009, 10:56 AM

I have heard about a factory style 67/68 camaro tank that is modified with a sump and GM pump for around $500.oo. Does anyone know about this tank or the company or vendor makes or sells it. Lastly, does anyone have praises or frustrations about this tank?

LarryB

02-02-2009, 08:15 PM

https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=50281

DarkoNova

02-03-2009, 10:54 PM

https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=50281

Friggin sweet. I'd love to have a Rick's tank just for the look, but at that price, you can't beat it. :smoke:

Matt

aray327

02-04-2009, 09:32 PM

I just installed the spectra tank. went in like GM designed it! Spectra actually builds oem tanks for various cars. I called them in Canada before i committed to buying it. I haven't fired the motor yet, but so far I'm happy with the tank.

s4dustin

02-05-2009, 07:15 AM

I just installed the spectra tank. went in like GM designed it! Spectra actually builds oem tanks for various cars. I called them in Canada before i committed to buying it. I haven't fired the motor yet, but so far I'm happy with the tank.

how do you like it and how much did you pay....that is my next step too......