Gas tank 1970 bump.

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Firefighter9103
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Gas tank 1970 bump.

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Should I move gas tank to rear or leave behind seat. Really wanna keep original as possible but was wandering about gas smell in cab. ????????
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It's your truck and your decision... how committed are you in keeping it "original"?
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There isn't a market for these trucks so modified or original doesn't really affect the value. JMO.
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As long as you have the right gas cap you shouldn't have any smell in the cab unless you have a leak.
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:yt:
I switched my stock cap for a new locking cap from LMC.
Wasn't that expensive, feels kinda cheapish but the only time I smell the fumes is during fill up.
Makes me feel better too knowing someone can't dump stuff in my tank or fill it up w/o the key. Highly recommend that step first. If you're still not satisfied you can check the tank relocation threads. A lot of good options on here. :2cents:
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You could always install the rear mounted tank, and then drain and disconnect the in cab tank. It'll still look original, but you won't smell gas inside.
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