Original style fuel tanks for Suburban/Panel?

[Brad54]

Trying to find a source for an original-style fuel tank and straps, for a '55-'59 Suburban or 1/2-ton panel.

LMC and Brothers show nothing, and I didn't have any luck in the rest of my searches.

Lots of these trucks have been restored, so what's everyone using?

-Brad

[mongocanfly]

found this....
https://www.carid.com/1959-chevy-suburban-fuel-tanks/

[BS Stuff]

That Carid tank is still wrong tank. It still is for behind seat in cab of regular pick up.

Working on a 56 panel truck for my buddy - model 3105 - and found factory GM part # in assy manual but no luck locating one so he sent original tank out somewhere. They cut it open, cleaned and coated - then also coated outside. Looks great!! Watch out as fuel pick up / sender is also different. My buddy purchased one - and feed to line is going opposite way - and if rotated holes will not line up and float will hit baffle in tank. So another project to cut, rotate and solder back together - including float mount.
Fall Carlisle in 2 weeks - maybe one there for sale?? Should check Craigslist PA to see.
Good Luck !!
Bob from NH.

[BS Stuff]

Oh - and the straps I was able to make work from new units from Advanced Auto Parts. Just matched length, width, etc. One required cutting off folded end and refolding / drilling hole to bolt back to frame. Can try to find the part #s I ordered if you need them. Just let me know.