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MattEG6
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 05-03-12 12:46 PM - Post#2222022    

http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=220...
Has anyone used this tank? Give me opinions I'm considering ordering this one but want to know if its even worth it.
62sedan
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62sedan 		05-03-12 03:42 PM - Post#2222076    

For what it's worth.... you'd be better off and a lot more happier if you make sure the replacement tank you buy is made by SPECTRA. They are a Canadian company and make direct replacement tanks for most classic cars. Otherwise, you'll be buying a Chinese made unit that will leave you wishing you spent a few dollars more for a better, correct tank. And just like all other repop'ed parts made in China..... they are no more than plain crap. BUYER BEWARE!!
Chuck





MattEG6
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 05-03-12 03:47 PM - Post#2222078    

Thanks that's what I figured but wanted to ask first I build Hondas and it's the same way eBay is frowned upon and they make cheap crappy repicas
62sedan
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62sedan 		05-03-12 03:49 PM - Post#2222079    

Matt

Go to www.rockauto.com ...........



They have Spectra tanks for 59-60 modela for $148.79 + shipping. That's cheaper than the one you listed above.
Chuck





cateyes59
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cateyes59 		05-03-12 03:50 PM - Post#2222080    

GO CANADA
1959 el camino 1959 delivery 1960 impala 2HDTP 1960 nomad CANADIAN 348CI AH!! 1973 ss el camino
62sedan
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62sedan 		05-03-12 03:55 PM - Post#2222083    

It's too bad so many of the US companies sold out to the orient in the name of making money. Guess it just the "need for greed" as far as money goes.

I'm glad there are still Canadian companies finding a niche in manufacturing and marketing that still serves the needs and wants of quality products.

Yes.... GO CANADA!!!
Chuck





DonSSDD
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DonSSDD 		05-03-12 05:21 PM - Post#2222118    

Spectra used to sell sell them in Canada for $450. Dave in BC lived near the plant, ended up getting one out of the US for under $200. So us guess we are subsidizing sales in the US.

Interesting they still make them in Canada, they could make more by having them made in China I am sure, so I have to give them credit for not doing that.

Don
59 El Camino, 62 Bel Air SC, 62 Bel Air SC(sold in Finland is 2011), 63 SWC Vette (sold)
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MattEG6
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 05-03-12 08:19 PM - Post#2222212    

Thanks for the link
MattEG6
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 05-04-12 06:40 AM - Post#2222310    

Should I replace my gas lines also or just flush them out? The car is still at my dads I havent hauled it home yet so I don't know the condition of them.
DonSSDD
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DonSSDD 		05-04-12 05:55 PM - Post#2222512    

Flush if they look solid.

Don
59 El Camino, 62 Bel Air SC, 62 Bel Air SC(sold in Finland is 2011), 63 SWC Vette (sold)
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Rugratman
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 05-05-12 07:52 AM - Post#2222667    

How about this one?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1959-1960-Chevy-B el-Air-Bi...
Just Learning as I Go Here...

MattEG6
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 05-07-12 08:27 AM - Post#2223410    

The spectra on rock auto is still cheaper then that one. The specta shipped to my door is 171 and some change
ImpalaErik
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 06-24-12 08:17 PM - Post#2240980    

I bought that tank and while it fit good, I found out the hard way that the holes for the sending unit screws were off causing me not to be able to properly seal my sending unit. I lost about 30 bucks worth of Saudi Arabia's finest gasoline to the ground. I've been nickle and diming it ever since.
MattEG6
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 06-25-12 04:58 AM - Post#2241051    

That sucks thanks for the advice in going to buy the spectra gas tank but I have a few other things to pay for at the moment
62sedan
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62sedan 		06-25-12 11:33 AM - Post#2241161    

  • Quote:
........I found out the hard way that the holes for the sending unit screws were off causing me not to be able to properly seal my sending unit.



The screw holes were more than likely NOT off as you say. Both the sending unit and gasket, while they do have 5 holes around their perimeters, are NOT equally spaced at 72ยบ each. When casually looking at them you would think they are symetrically spaced, but they are not. Many have made the same mistake...... and yes, you will lose gas because the gasket will not seal properly. Your best course is to dry fit the gasket, ensuring the holes line up perfectly with the sending unit and the tank before screwing the parts together.
Chuck





chevydave7
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 06-26-12 07:17 PM - Post#2241707    

I always thought that was obvious, probably an OCD thing.
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