The 54/55 style of panel-body gas gauge sender (and gas pick-up tube) is different from the 48-53 set up. So, be sure you "re-configure" a newer unit that does what you need. In 54-55 the panel-body sender/pick-up comes out the top of the tank. In 1954 and later, the cab-body sender/pick-up-tube is also a combined unit, I think.
It would be nice to hear from someone who has actually done this "re-configuration" on a 48-53 panel-body truck. Also, if a 55 and newer 12v unit is used, will it work properly on a 48-53 6v truck (I am just asking to be careful)?
