'32 style gas tank on a Model A
 

I recently saw a '32 style gas tank on a Model A. It had a nice sheet metal cover that blended it in and made it appear to be original. Is there a source for these?

Re: '32 style gas tank on a Model A
 

Speedway has a 32 gas tank for a Model A. I believe Brookville has one in their catalog but I’m not sure they have it on their online store, you may have to call. There is an outfit in Oregon that has a 32 gas tank for a Model A but I have to check my files.

I would check with So Cal Speed shop and other hot rod shops in Southern Cal. too.

I think it’s a cool alternative to the old rusty Model A gas tanks. I’m thinking of using it on my 30 Roadster project.

David Serrano

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I heard that So Cal is out of business

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Try posting on HAMB, https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/...ssage-board.5/.

Charlie Stephens

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A standard 16 gallon racing fuel cell will fit under the back of a model A and you can't see it if you have a trunk. There is provision for a gauge also.
If you want to see how it is done, come look at mine.

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You will find the rear frame extensions and '32 Ford gas tank and Tanks, Inc.

https://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/p...rod/prd109.htm

Good luck, Pat

Re: '32 style gas tank on a Model A
 

With the 32 gas tank style in the rear Whats going to get the gas to the motor ??
Gravity. ???

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Fuel pump.

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Fuel pump will over power the float since the carb is meant for gravity feed .

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Kind of reminds me of the Pinto. :eek:

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Pressure regulators are available.

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I can see some advantages and disadvantages in doing this. First, I would not do it with my present car because I want to keep it fairly original. But it would open up the cowl area on a Model A for all kinds of things, like a radio, or an air conditioning evaporator and fan. The 32 tank needs to be protected in case of a rear end crash, maybe converting it over to a fuel cell if that is possible. I already have a fuel pump for my Weber so that would not be an issue.

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It would be a good add-on for touring in remote areas. W/2 tanks one can get twice as far from the nearest gas station.

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That is why they make pressure regulators.

Charlie Stephens

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So Cal Speed Shop is back in business: https://www.est1946.com/about-us.aspx

There also a good article in Hot Rod Magazine: https://www.hotrod.com/articles/cal-...ck-new-owners/


David Serrano

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Tanks Inc. also has saddle tanks to fit between the running boards and the frame.

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Would this conversion be for your sedan? Don't see it on "A" sedans very often and much different than on coupes or roadsters due to the
shorter body subframe and more inner fender exposure. Also it requires a totally different, non stock bumper setup. I may have a picture of a sedan conversion if you're still interested.

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Most likely the same electric fuel pump I am using to feed my Holley/Webber downdraft.

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Not all Model A's still use the one bolt updrafts.

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