72 Comet Gas Tank Replacement

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  1. rag9836

    rag9836 1972 Comet, 67K

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    I've got a 72 Comet with it's original gas tank.

    Debris from the tank is clogging the fuel filter.

    Can anyone share tanks that will fit a 72?

    How has everyone else delt with this?

    Thanks
     
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  2. BKelley

    BKelley Comet Enthusiast

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    No reproduction tanks available for the early models. You can purchase a new reproduction tank for 76-77 models. It requires a few other things you must change..... do a search in the forum, pretty sure there is a thread on the subject.
    Have you thought about using POR-15 fuel tank sealer on your tank?

    http://www.por15.com/Fuel-System-Restoration/products/12/

    They have great products IMO. (y)
     
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  3. Craig Selvey

    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    You can also remove your tank and take it to a radiator shop for a cleaning/sealing.
     
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    littlemissstang Mythical as a unicorn...

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    F30 at Rock Auto is $105.89 plus shipping A.A. is $180.99. But, I've done this - Go to Advance Auto and they should match Rock Auto and w/o shipping cost OR $105.89 plus tax only. Make sure you print out Rock Autos price and take it to A.A.

    Other Note: Rock Auto sometimes has 5% discount code online. Do a search.
    A.A. has lots of coupon codes online also.
    RE: savings = more new parts for the Maverick or Comet.:burnout:
     
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    "Go to Advance Auto and they should match Rock Auto and w/o shipping cost."
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    ...and get it the next day...:thumbs2:
     
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  9. rag9836

    rag9836 1972 Comet, 67K

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    Spectra Premium Fuel Tank F-30

    What mods are needed to make the F-30 tank fit?

    Thanks
     
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  10. Dave B

    Dave B I like Mavericks!

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    Longer bolts. If you do a search, you'll find it's been dissuaded hundreds of times.
     
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