any reason not to use spectra gas tank from autozone?

[haywire4130]

just like the title says, my tank leaks around the seam- was considering using the spectra #GM307c tank from autozone, says it is for turbo models so i assume it has the baffle inside. anyone have any pros or cons?

 

[Turbo6inKY]

It'll probably be fine. Order it. If the baffle isn't there, get your money back.

 

[Scott Atk]

check rockauto.com for the same tank, it might be cheaper. It does have a baffle just not the same type. It's more of a sheetmetal pan type. I've put a few in local cars without issue.

 

[Turbo Negro]

Ordered mine from Kirbans. It was a Spectra, from Canada. Doesn't seem to vent properly, as I have to fill it very sloooowly. I'll have to double check the install. It might not be a problem with the tank at all.

...Do a search. I think I remember reading about this a few months ago.

 

[TR Custom Parts]

Have one in my GN, no issues. Got it from Rock Auto

 

[turbo nasty]

Ordered mine from Kirbans. It was a Spectra, from Canada. Doesn't seem to vent properly, as I have to fill it very sloooowly. I'll have to double check the install. It might not be a problem with the tank at all.

...Do a search. I think I remember reading about this a few months ago.

Thats a inherent problem with these cars..both of mine and others ive seen can be a pain to fill if the nozzle isnt just right.
Fwiw...i have a spectra tank and no issues

 

[Turbo6inKY]

Ordered mine from Kirbans. It was a Spectra, from Canada. Doesn't seem to vent properly, as I have to fill it very sloooowly. I'll have to double check the install. It might not be a problem with the tank at all.

...Do a search. I think I remember reading about this a few months ago.

As turbo nasty said, slow filling with modern pumps is par for the course on G-Bodies. The newer vapor recovery gas pump nozzles are more sensitive to backpressure during fill up and shut off on you.

 

[haywire4130]

Thanks for all the replies, i'm gonna grab one. The autozone warehouse is right up the street, they have one. I never buy anything from drop-shippers like rock auto if i can possibly help it. They're killing small businesses that actually have to pay overhead and keep inventory. I dont mind spending the money-