I have a 1963 studebaker lark 6 cylinder . I’m trying to restore it and the gas tank is pitted in spots , don’t really want to get it redone . So I was wondering if there was another gas tank similar to use ? The gas tank from studebaker international was 699.00 when they continued to make them . As of right now they are not making them . So I was leaning towards something easier to get . Thank you for your help again .
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Why don't you want to get it redone? Or redo it yourself?
I'm driving three: a '51, '53 and '56; all with tanks I have resealed with several different products, one of them over 25 years.
It's only a matter of time before Stephen Allen has them reproduced.Brad Johnson,
SDC since 1975, ASC since 1990
Pine Grove Mills, Pa.
'33 Rockne 10, '51 Commander Starlight. '53 Commander Starlight
'56 Sky Hawk in process -
I didn’t think resealing it would seal the holes that are pitted in the tank around the gas neck and the fuel pump area . That would be a lot cheaper then to buy one I guess . Thank you for your inputComment
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Even large holes can be sealed with Permatex® Fuel Tank Repair, a two part putty; then seal the inside with any of the kits from Red-kote, Caswell or Eastwood.
Just keep the tank moving to coat the entire interior as the mix cures and solidifies; and blow air in to the fuel pickup line to keep it from getting sealed shut.
They all come with instructions.Brad Johnson,
SDC since 1975, ASC since 1990
Pine Grove Mills, Pa.
'33 Rockne 10, '51 Commander Starlight. '53 Commander Starlight
'56 Sky Hawk in processComment
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Thank you ever much for your help . I will try it out and fingers crossed Everything will work out right . Thank you againComment
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I have sealed leaky gas tanks while they were leaking with JB Weld Tank Weld. It took me a few tries each time. Put it on the leak, keep putting pressure on it for 5 minutes. Then it should have stopped 90% of it. Apply more. Usually takes me three tries to stop it all while it is leaking.
If you can do it dry, it works 1st time.
Rafe Hollister
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I think the "Fuel Pump Area" you are seeing is the Fuel Gauge Sending Unit.Originally posted by Newbee View Post
StudeRich
Second Generation Stude Driver,
Proud '54 Starliner Owner
SDC Member Since 1967Comment
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My fuel gauge sending unit was leaking. On a Hawk, there are actually a few gallons above it when tank is full. I carefully cut out a gasket, used some type of gasket glue (forgot which) to stop it. After fixing a leak with the JB Weld and still smelling gas, I removed the tank, gently pressurized it, did the soapy water thing, found several more leaks and patched them. Its all good now.
I've never been very concerned about a bit of rust in a tank. Changing a filter every few years is easier than the internal gas tank sealer.
Rafe
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A cautionary note. NEVER use JB Quick Weld to repair a gas tank. It won't hold. The regular takes a day to set up stuff works pretty well. , tho.Comment
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I've taken two gas tanks (1961 Hawk and 1964 Ford Fairlane) to a radiator shop in Omaha, they tanked them(both were NASTY inside with dried varnish) and then sealed the units. It cost $175 each time.Comment
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If fixing yours does not work, I have a good used tank to fit 62-66 sedans I would sellMilt
1947 Champion (owned since 1967)
1961 Hawk 4-speed
1967 Avanti
1961 Lark 2 door
1988 Avanti Convertible
Member of SDC since 1973Comment
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I just cannot believe the price!!!! I actually answered a question that you didn't askOriginally posted by 1953champcoupe View Post
sorry I can't give you a lead on a fuel tank that would "fit" that is affordable. There is a company that will repair your tank (I think they cut out the bad places and repair etc) but I have forgotten the name I would normally check my copy of Hemmings Motor news because I am sure they are listed there.
One last thought...you might try an older auto parts business (the kind that existed in the 60's) that has real books....there is a chance they may have pictures and dimensions of all of the gas tanks in a paper catalog.
sorry I wasn't more help.Comment
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Brad Johnson,
SDC since 1975, ASC since 1990
Pine Grove Mills, Pa.
'33 Rockne 10, '51 Commander Starlight. '53 Commander Starlight
'56 Sky Hawk in processComment
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Thank you....CRS struck againOriginally posted by rockne10 View PostThinking perhaps of Gas Tank Renu?
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