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Hello all,
I have a question concerning the gas tank on a 38 Chevy 1/2 ton pickup, I'm trying to keep it as original as I can, and also safe. Would there be a problem buying the original tank to put under the seat or should I put a tank under the bed running a line under the cab through the original filling side on the passenger side on the corner of the cab. I wouldn't mind having the gas tank in the cab under the seat, I'm trying to keep it original, but safe as well. Thanks!

The truck survived 72 years with the tank under the seat. Why would it not be "safe" now?

I need to replace it because under one side it rusted through and it's about to rust through in a dozen other spots. So I'm either going to buy a new original tank or have to make one which I wanted to see which option is better for wanting to keep it safe and original.

A new tank and venting pieces should be as safe as anything. Replace all the hose, line, fittings, and seals and it will as good as new or better. I moved mine to the rear of the frame so I could use the space under the seat for storage, plus '37s had the filler hole under the seat. I had to lift out the passenger seat bottom to fill mine.

Joe

New tank recommendation is Spectra premium if you are replacing. Others have said this is the mfg to use.