Gas Tank Repair '46 Pickup

LanceB

Hi all,

I have a problem when I fill my tank all the way.  I have fuel leaking out around the pick up tube at the top.  I am thinking about dropping the tank and replacing the gasket there but when looking at how it is mounted I do not see a way of removing the bolts.  They look like carriage bolts.  Is there a way of removing these bolts from the outside or do I need to pull the float assy and go in from there?

Thanks, Lance

Ol racer

Lance,
My '46 Pickup had the same problem. Just need to remove the two Machine Screws then the pickup tube will come right out. (Maybe someone put Carriage screws in there but doubtful) since the Factory put in Machine Screws that thread inward.

LanceB

Thanks Ol racer, may need to cut a slot in the head so I can back them out and replace with machine screws.

Glowplug

Suggestion, use socket head machine screws on you pickup tube and float assembly. I got mine from open stock at an ACE hardware. These screws allow ease in installation and multiple removal without screwhead damage.

LanceB

Hi Ken,

No they are not the ones on the straps.  The two screws are on the flange around the pick-up tube on the top of the tank.  I tried cleaning and they look pretty good as to being solid but I will look closer once I drop the tank.

Thanks all.

Ol racer

FYI
I bet the screws are slotted after tank down & wire brushed good. Here is how I got out mine recently..... I sprayed Pentrant then took a small sharp chisel tapping screws counter clockwise to start loosening (and let pentrant creep in), then took an 'Impact' type Screw Driver and rapped on the handle to further loosen screws. I did the same for the Float Assy...

Lee ODell

When I dropped my tank I found a lot of rust holes on top. I was surprised because the rest of tank looked fine. Must be because it is strapped against bottom of bed where dirt builds up and moisture not drying. Lee O'Dell

LanceB

Thank you Ol racer, I'll try the penetrating oil and chisel method.  Will be doing that this weekend.

Lee, the tank was cleaned and coated so there is no rust holes on top, thanks for the idea anyway.

BTW all, why is my picture (icon) not showing up here?  And why can't I change it (says page not found).

PaulButler

Hi Lance,

To answer your question re the picture etc. We have had a couple of problems since a software upgrade on the forum a while back that I am trying to work my way through so bear with me

LanceB

No worries Paul, just as long as I can still log in and get everyone' s expert opinion.

LanceB

Thanks all!  Dropped the tank Saturday, found that the screws were Phillips Head and filled with gunk.  Cleaned them out and backed them out.  The problem was not the gasket, it was the pick up tube.  The solder joint from the tube to the bracket plate was broken/gone.  Cleaned and re-soldered the joint and all looks good.

Thanks again.

Lance