Very cool!
I had to Google curf notch...
Kerf.... I still don’t get it...
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| Author: | Dart270 [ Sat May 16, 2020 6:41 am ] |
| Post subject: | Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
Dear Slant 6 Sages, I was able to buy an inexpensive but new 63 Dart/Valiant gas tank recently (AMD closeout) and am thinking about modifying it for an EFI in tank pump for the the 62 Valiant, while still keeping the car running w/original tank. I believe this 63 unit will bolt up, but am not sure. I could not find what I needed with the search function here. Will the filler pipe drop in and the contours and mount strap work? Thanks very much for your help, Lou |
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| Author: | hyper_pak [ Sat May 16, 2020 7:34 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
Lou, what I hear is that the 63 tank will fit in, a little different but can be made to fit. If you can save your J Hook, that would be good to make the fit better on the strap. I think I saw on FABO you might have to move the frame strap location a couple of inches, and the hook hole? The sending unit is different, so you need the 63 part number. That's about the extent of my knowledge. |
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| Author: | hyper_pak [ Sat May 16, 2020 7:59 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
Lou, here is the link: https://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/th ... nk.428323/ Good pictures! |
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| Author: | Dart270 [ Sat May 16, 2020 12:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
Great info and link. Thanks, Stan! I am going to install an in-tank EFI pump. Looks pretty straightforward to get the 63 tank in there. I may even relocate the filler neck somehow because of the bad fuel spill issue on these cars. Otherwise, maybe install a 1-way valve in the filler neck. Anyone know of a good aftermarket or factory retrofit check valve for our filler necks?? Lou |
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| Author: | jcc [ Sat May 16, 2020 12:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
I installed a new 63 tank in my 62. It worked until it fell out, dragging behind me spilling fuel. No fire, but had to be towed home. I got lucky. The strap indentations are mis-located for a 62 from my experience, be careful. I converted to a FuelSafe fuel cell. |
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| Author: | Rob Simmons [ Sat May 16, 2020 2:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
Thanks for the nudge and reminder. I want to re-install a factory gas tank in my 61 Valiant. It has an aluminum fuel cell mounted sideways currently. |
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| Author: | hyper_pak [ Sat May 16, 2020 3:46 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
Fell out!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Dang Rob, 61 is Totally different. On my old wagon. Maybe sedan or coupe is different. I think your fill is on the passenger side? |
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| Author: | Rob Simmons [ Sat May 16, 2020 6:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
I’ll have to look. I never paid attention since it had the fuel cell when I bought it from Norm. |
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| Author: | AndyZ [ Thu Aug 06, 2020 7:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
On my 64, I cut a 1/8” curf notch in the bottom of the filler tube and about 4” from the fill end of the tube and about 1/2 way through the diameter. I then cut a 1/8 piece of aluminum which I cut into a 1/4 moon shape and JB welded in to the curf. What this does is holds the modern gas filler in place better during fueling and puts a curb in the bottom of the filler to prevent backwash. Additionally I covered the welded area with a hose and clamp in case the weld fails. It works. |
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| Author: | Greg Ondayko [ Mon Sep 28, 2020 9:26 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
Quote: On my 64, I cut a 1/8” curf notch in the bottom of the filler tube and about 4” from the fill end of the tube and about 1/2 way through the diameter. I then cut a 1/8 piece of aluminum which I cut into a 1/4 moon shape and JB welded in to the curf. What this does is holds the modern gas filler in place better during fueling and puts a curb in the bottom of the filler to prevent backwash. Additionally I covered the welded area with a hose and clamp in case the weld fails. It works.
Andy, can you show some pictures of this?Does it still slosh and spill on hard R Turns? Greg |
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| Author: | AndyZ [ Tue Sep 29, 2020 1:58 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
Unfortunately, I no longer have the tube. It did hold the gas filler nozzle during fill-ups so I could fill hands free. It also stopped the splash back during fill ups and hard right turns. I did get some though my cap was not a great fit. |
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| Author: | AndyZ [ Thu Oct 01, 2020 8:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
When I get a chance, I will write up a How-To article. It is a simple alteration to do. |
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| Author: | Dart270 [ Fri Oct 02, 2020 2:36 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
That would be lovely. Thank you, Lou |
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| Author: | Greg Ondayko [ Fri Oct 02, 2020 4:31 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
Quote: That would be lovely.
Thank you, Lou Yes I second. I had a more drastic alteration in mind, on deck for my 64 dart this winter, but if this works I cna give it a shot. Greg |
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| Author: | Rob Simmons [ Fri Oct 02, 2020 5:06 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel tank for 62 Valiant - 63-66 works? |
Very cool! I had to Google curf notch... Kerf.... I still don’t get it...
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