Gas Tank???
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Hi:
I went with a Spectra Premium replacement for my rusted original. While some on the board have complained about the way the tank is baffled internally, I've never had a problem. Plus, it's about half the price of a GM original tank.
P.S. don't forget to order new straps (still stocked by GM) - it really dresses up the installation.
HTH
Rich
I went with a Spectra Premium replacement for my rusted original. While some on the board have complained about the way the tank is baffled internally, I've never had a problem. Plus, it's about half the price of a GM original tank.
P.S. don't forget to order new straps (still stocked by GM) - it really dresses up the installation.
HTH
Rich
I had to replace my fuel tank last year and also used a Spectra Premium. I was originally concerned about the difference in the baffling compaired with the stock unit. After the install and running autoslalom courses with only a quarter tank of fuel, I can tell you it works just as good as the stock one. Can't remember what the warranty was on it though.........
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strikeeagle
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I ordered a TR gas tank from GM in 2000. It was (as best as I can recall) about $350, and when the thing came in it was beat to death. I told them to keep it.
The problem with many of the stock parts for our cars (the large ones, that aren't easily packaged and where cosmetics matter) is that they've been laying around in a box car for 15 years. Inventories are just about run out, so you're really scraping the bottom of the barrel. A lot of the stuff simply looks like crap. Some of it is returns.
The same thing goes on with front air dams and turbo shields - try to find nice ones. I know some of the vendors stopped supplying chrome plated shields because they couldn't get good "cores"...
The problem with many of the stock parts for our cars (the large ones, that aren't easily packaged and where cosmetics matter) is that they've been laying around in a box car for 15 years. Inventories are just about run out, so you're really scraping the bottom of the barrel. A lot of the stuff simply looks like crap. Some of it is returns.
The same thing goes on with front air dams and turbo shields - try to find nice ones. I know some of the vendors stopped supplying chrome plated shields because they couldn't get good "cores"...
strikeeagle
New Member
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IMO, a good used tank is preferred:
No baffle issues
No appearance issues
May cost less
Just make sure of what you're getting. Don't get a dented up, scratched up, rust bucket of a plain old Regal tank without the baffle that will starve your ride for fuel.
If it's been refinished make sure they haven't painted over the "evidence".
Eastwood makes paints and coatings that will allow you or a shop to make it look pretty, as well as preserve it. Remember that tanks come galvanized for corrosion resistance, but it doesn't last forever.
No baffle issues
No appearance issues
May cost less
Just make sure of what you're getting. Don't get a dented up, scratched up, rust bucket of a plain old Regal tank without the baffle that will starve your ride for fuel.
If it's been refinished make sure they haven't painted over the "evidence".
Eastwood makes paints and coatings that will allow you or a shop to make it look pretty, as well as preserve it. Remember that tanks come galvanized for corrosion resistance, but it doesn't last forever.
GM wanted $635 Can. for a stock replacement tank. I paid around $300 for the Spectra. Since GM has ticked me off enough with crappy service and lack of replacement parts, I had no problem buying the aftermarket.
I swear GM wants all cars 10 years and older to be off the road and scrapped so we have to buy new ones from them.
....GM has 8 more years until they are bought out or go totally bankrupt....
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.....hmmm...where did that come from?
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I swear GM wants all cars 10 years and older to be off the road and scrapped so we have to buy new ones from them.
....GM has 8 more years until they are bought out or go totally bankrupt....
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.....hmmm...where did that come from?
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Same here...
I couldn't find a GM tank in good condition (and I'm not paying 350+ for something that looksl like it fell off the back of a UPS truck). that's why I went with the Spectra Premium. It really is a close match to the factory tank. Plus, you can polish that sucker up with some Mother's metal polish after it's installed and it looks sweet!
Regarding the baffles - I think you'd have problems in any car if you run around on 1/8th of a tank. I never run with less than a half tank and I've never had problems with the baffling, though I will say there is a significant difference between the factory baffles and the dog dish in the Spectra tank.
FYI - I only paid like 180 bucks for my tank from shop in Northern NJ.
HTH
Rich
I couldn't find a GM tank in good condition (and I'm not paying 350+ for something that looksl like it fell off the back of a UPS truck). that's why I went with the Spectra Premium. It really is a close match to the factory tank. Plus, you can polish that sucker up with some Mother's metal polish after it's installed and it looks sweet!
Regarding the baffles - I think you'd have problems in any car if you run around on 1/8th of a tank. I never run with less than a half tank and I've never had problems with the baffling, though I will say there is a significant difference between the factory baffles and the dog dish in the Spectra tank.
FYI - I only paid like 180 bucks for my tank from shop in Northern NJ.
HTH
Rich
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Getchasum
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Just to let you guys know, I tried to order a new tank from GM last Friday. DISCO as of Oct 31st 2001. Just one more part for our cars, that has fell from the books of GM.
87 GN Orginal Owner
Should have bought two. Wait I did, total lost a specail order T Type, Dark blue, Moon roof, 3800 miles.
87 GN Orginal Owner
Should have bought two. Wait I did, total lost a specail order T Type, Dark blue, Moon roof, 3800 miles.
salvageV6
Daily Driver
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- May 25, 2001
My aftermarket tank has been in for 6 years now. No problems with starving and I have driven a few times with the little yellow light on late for work.
I used rustoleum and then undercoat sprayed on mine to protect it. Had to buy and silver solder in the proper neck for the tank too.
Just my .02.
I used rustoleum and then undercoat sprayed on mine to protect it. Had to buy and silver solder in the proper neck for the tank too.
Just my .02.
If you can't find the tank by contacting a dealer, try www.buick-parts.com - they usually have some NOS in stock. Condition is going to be the question though.........
Rich
Rich
John Larkin
Sublime Master of Turbology
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- May 25, 2001
I think KendallF has one for sale (used) in Jacksonville. Not too far from you. Might give him a call or email.
strikeeagle
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In case it helps, the GM P/N for the proper tank is 22523080...
J. C. Plemons
New Member
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- May 26, 2001
I bought one from Auto Zone 2 years ago. It is part specific for the Turbo Regal. No pickup problems with the "Pie Pan" baffle. Ran mine down to less than a quart when installing the Walbro and it still picked up ok. my .02
