Hello,

On of the gas tank supports on my 66 is in need of replacement. I think I can use a die grinder and get it off with no problem. The real dilemma is that I have no welder. J.C. Whitney sells aluminum rods that can be used for welding with a propane torch. I'm wondering if anyone else has ever heard of this and whether I should trust something as important as a gas tank support with a weld using something like this? If not, are there any other alternatives? I suppose I could look for a mobile welding service but I'm sure that would be expensive. Thanks for any advice you can offer.



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Ken Jett
1966 SS396 3750lbs
460ci Grimes Twister
11.87@116.79 w/1.85 60'
Team Chevelle Member
Atlanta, GA.

My 66SS (http://kjett.home.mindspring.com)

How about bolting it in? If it can't be done with the piece you have, make a new larger piece that would allow you to bolt it.

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1965 Buick Gran Sport Convertible
1965 Buick Skylark H/T
"Fan of most anything that moves human beings"

Ken,
Either bring it over to my house or you're welcome to borrow it. I've got a Hobart 175 Mig (220v) sitting in my garage waiting on you. Email me...

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Bill Burke
TC#613
ACES#3920
'67 El Camino "SS"
'80 Camaro RS Vortec
'68 Corvette L-79

'67 El Rat (http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/billscaminopassside.jpg)
'80 Camaro RS (http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/Bills80CAMARO.JPG)

Ken. The aluminum rods and propane are not for a welding type repair. It is more like brazing, but not that strong because of the aluminum. I would not advise using it for this kind of repair.

Rob

Please, for God's sake, be careful around a gas tank with any kind of flame or sparks.

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Bob McCormick
69 Malibu project

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by BobMcC:
Please, for God's sake, be careful around a gas tank with any kind of flame or sparks.

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Thanks for your concern, Bob. The gas tank has already been drained and removed and is safely located AWAY from the car. I also blocked off the fuel line to avoid getting any garbage in there.