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09-12-2019, 08:34 AM | #21 |
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Re: Warning about c&g
I've bought from C and G for years and never had a problem. The problem as I see it is your mechanic talked with them and you have no idea how that conversation began or ended. I don't see anywhere in your post that you talked directly with C and G about the issue. Without talking directly to them yourself you come to this forum and start throwing rocks at C and G. Maybe you should call C and G yourself and explain the situation. Maybe send them a photo or two to help explain the fit problem. Talk nicely on the phone and you would be surprised how easily it will be to resolve the problem.
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09-12-2019, 09:01 AM | #22 |
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When folks order new tanks for the old Fords, they run into all sorts of problems due to the fact that the sender bungs are set up for the modern stuff more in tune with the street rodder crowd. That right there is a strike against purchase of a tank like this. I'd cut the bung out and modify the tank for an original Hydrostatic type installation like they had back then.
I don't know why the hydrostatic adapter doesn't fit the tank but it doesn't surprise me at all that crap that shouldn't be needed doesn't fit a tank that is improperly manufactured. You can't completely blame the vendors. A lot of vendors sell this crap and they warn you that it's not original. That right there should tell you something. I agree that the right folks at these vendors should be made aware of the problem so they can tack more warnings on to their warnings. |
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09-12-2019, 09:30 AM | #23 |
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The tank is obviously meant for a late model fuel injected engine and modern gauges. I have put modern gauges in early tanks by redrilling the gauge flanges. I would look into redrilling the old sender to fit. You are already having to fill the pump hole.
If that is not exceptable, an adapter possibly could be made. I was putting a late sender in an early tank and the guy had an adapter. I did not use it. It was a disk with counter sunk holes for the early tank and tapped holes for the new sender. It was going in a 46 pick up and there was a space problem. |
09-12-2019, 09:33 AM | #24 |
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Just to find out what is going on...
Original hydrostatic used a 6 screw on 2" circle. Early Ford electric used a 6 on 2-3/4" circle. Late (most street rod) uses a 5 on 2-3/4" circle. What is the tank? What is the adapter? Many tanks are made to the "modern" 5 x 2-3/4", with a adapter sold for the 6 x 2-3/4". I have not seen a adapter to the 6 x 2". |
09-12-2019, 09:41 AM | #25 |
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It is literally impossible to return a part to Rock Auto, past the return date, even if it's a defective part. When I was fitting the exhaust in my car, I knew what mufflers I was going to use and ordered them in advance. As I progressed with the piping and opened the muffler boxes, I noticed that the mufflers were different. Same box, same part number, but reversed. On one muffler it looked like it was assembled backwards. Everything was reversed, offset, outlet, inlet, hangers and stampings. Obviously a screw up. When I called to ask about a return I was told nothing can be exchanged after the 30 day period. Despite several E-Mails (a phone number is impossible to get and talk to a human) explaining the situation I was told that my case was purged from the system. Had to purchase another muffler. Moral of the story is that if you are building a street rod and like to order parts in advance and have them on a shelf ready to go, make sure you open every box and check it out.
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09-12-2019, 10:13 AM | #26 |
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09-12-2019, 10:19 AM | #27 |
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I also come to the defense of C&G. I have dealt with most of the vendors in the last 7 years and C&G is my vendor of 1st choice. I have had only one problem, and Dorothy (owner), corrected it to my satisfaction, immediately.
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09-12-2019, 11:22 AM | #28 |
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I deal with C&G every year at Wavecrest and always find them obliging. Having said that Diggers mechanic might have suggested to the counterman that he should grab the part #s in question from stock and quickly try to line them up on the counter for proof. Might have saved a pizzin' match. just sayin' Bill
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09-12-2019, 01:08 PM | #29 |
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All this about C&G made me check my notes and found a small gaff that moved them out of first place. I needed a couple of V8-60 water pump gaskets. They arrived in a generous size box. They could have been tucked into a birthday card with one stamp. From that time concern about shipping and tax in a state that knows how to be the leader, I've made other plans. Would really like to find a reason to do business there. Good Luck: Fred A
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09-12-2019, 02:04 PM | #30 |
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I have bought parts from C&G and have never had a problem. As the others have said "talk to Kyle" or another manager. They WILL make it good.
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09-12-2019, 02:23 PM | #31 |
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I started dealing with C&G this year. Every transaction has been excellent. They shipped a few things that didn't fit but were gracious about my returning for full refund and they paid return shipping since it was a vendor problem. Kyle cares and responds immediately to problems. Sorry you had problems. Give them another try.
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09-12-2019, 02:54 PM | #32 |
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I live thousands of miles away in new Zealand and have been dealing with C&G for many years. Never had a problem. I do remember however, that way back that there was an issue with Drake's sending units not being compatible with original fuel tanks.
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09-12-2019, 04:03 PM | #33 |
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09-13-2019, 03:08 AM | #37 |
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I have used C&G over the years and had only the best customer service. There is something wrong. Maybe it is the way your mechanic approached them. Talk with Kyle.
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09-13-2019, 05:07 PM | #38 |
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09-13-2019, 10:47 PM | #39 |
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09-13-2019, 11:20 PM | #40 |
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I just had to know.
So I did a count of the 39 replies so far. Outside Expectations or Experiences with Outside purchases 13 posts. Positive comments of C&G experience 22 posts. Negative comments of C&G By the OP 2 posts. Negative comments of C&G by others 2 posts. Good night.
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