M1028 Fuel tank upgrade

[zoto6ixty]

M1009 Blazer Fuel tank upgrade

Has anyone ever tried to use the larger fuel tanks from a suburban? I have called around and found one from a auto recycler in my area. They tell me that the blazer and suburban share the same tanks. Any thoughts? I'm particularly concerned about ground clearance issues. Thanks

 

[nyoffroad]

It's been a looong time, but IIRC it does fit BUT you will need the burban tank straps and it will hang down lower. I also seem to remember that GM offered the 20 gal and a 30 and a 40? gallon. Not really sure as its been years.

 

[zoto6ixty]

Thanks. The one I have found is a 30 gal. Tank and they have all the hardware to go with it. As you said, the tank must hang lower than the smaller one so I guess I’ll have to give it a try.

 

[Csm Davis]

Okay so shouldn't the name of this thread be M1009 fuel tank upgrade? Not M1028 which is totally different.

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[porkysplace]

Okay so shouldn't the name of this thread be M1009 fuel tank upgrade? Not M1028 which is totally different.

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I would like to see a 30 gallon suburban tank stuffed between the frame and fender in place of a M1028 tank.

 

[sschaefer3]

Here you go. Did it back in 2011. Works great! Both of these photos are from 2011. Third photo is more recent.

 

[nyoffroad]

Here you go. Did it back in 2011. Works great! Both of these photos are from 2011. Third photo is more recent.View attachment 718935

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Love that bed! very cool.

 

[porkysplace]

Here you go. Did it back in 2011. Works great! Both of these photos are from 2011. Third photo is more recent.View attachment 718935

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Well that's not going to work with a stock bed.

 

[zoto6ixty]

My mistake, you are correct.

Thx

 

[cucvrus]

Well that's not going to work with a stock bed.

Regardless. That is A1 fabrication. And that bed beats a stock bed any day. You did a great job. A+ on fit and finish.

 

[Drock]

Agreed. That bed is RAD! some more pics please.

 

[rustystud]

Regardless. That is A1 fabrication. And that bed beats a stock bed any day. You did a great job. A+ on fit and finish.

Yes indeed ! That is one "fine" looking truck bed !

 

[sschaefer3]

I'll work on getting some more.