where can i get replacement gas tank straps

[tbarrii]

i removed the gas tank to my 85(drivers side) and one of the sraps was broken.  any ideas where i can get replacements?  on the same token, the tank itself has some surface rust on it, what can i do to fix this before i re-instal the tank?  thanks

[zieg85]

i removed the gas tank to my 85(drivers side) and one of the sraps was broken.  any ideas where i can get replacements?  on the same token, the tank itself has some surface rust on it, what can i do to fix this before i re-instal the tank?  thanks

Contact Chris, he probably has a good source.  webmaster@73-87chevytrucks.com

[Lt.Del]

from Ford 

earlier this week they just recalled 50 trillion ford pickups because tank straps are rusting and tanks are falling out of the trucks.

[big bear]

 

[zieg85]

from Ford 

earlier this week they just recalled 50 trillion ford pickups because tank straps are rusting and tanks are falling out of the trucks.

Saw a 99 or so F150 at a state Route crossroads with all kinds of emergency response vehicles blocking the way.  Sure enough the gas tank was laying on the ground.

[gpday08]

forr the tank some fine grit sand paper (wet sanding will save you some sandpaper) and some elbow grease I'd follow that up with a good parts cleaner and a good shot of a surface sealant, either primer or paint wouldnt hurt to do the whole tank while your at it to keep all rust off just make sure you have a good clean surface or the paint will just start to chip off

[tbarrii]

 ill give them a try  thanks for all the help

[thirsty]

Any auto parts store should have the straps available. If not this sites store should have them.

[gto109]

i got mine from NAPA for around 25 bucks or so. 

[black85k10]

I got two at advance auto parts for around $50. Then Line-x the tank no more rust and the straps will not rub through the tank

[Captkaos]

I have them available right now, they are generally on back order but not right now.
I think I emailed you about this.