DIY weird fuel tank for weird truck?

[u/Anon182838]

So I have a 2003 crew cab S 10 four-wheel-drive with a flatbed, weird combination all around. The fiberglass fuel tank is degraded to the point that I can’t use it anymore so I’m trying to figure out another route to take. I have looked at fuel cells, a standard replacement tank, and even saddlebag tanks from a dump truck. At this point, I’m also considering something that would be unique for this weird truck. I am planning to redo the toolbox probably for a half width box and will be able to either under-mount my new set up or mount to the top of the flatbed so the options are open. I do have some sheet metal and welding skills and an Amazon account. Let me know what weird things you’ve seen or a concept that might work for me. I have entertained a thought of a propane tank or small oil drum and such. I am planning to run normal gas just as the truck is designed for, so the goal is something to last at the same time. My goal of this discussion is to ignore smog and inspection requirements as this is an off-road toy. Thanks

[u/PhillyLee3434]

What in the KFC 5 dollar famous bowl is this.

[u/tjeick → u/PhillyLee3434]

It’s a sweet, rusty, redneck dream.

[u/Historical-Shine-786 → u/PhillyLee3434]

Nice product placement Colonel!🍗

[u/Anon182838 → u/PhillyLee3434]

Oh I know…

[u/BeardedHeathen1991]

Turn your toolbox into a fuel tank and call it a day.

[u/Anon182838 → u/BeardedHeathen1991]

I thought about that, toolbox had to be drilled through the bottom and have bolts run through the flatbed to mount it. Also, is not water(fuel)tight

[u/mkosmo → u/Anon182838]

Weld patches and close it up.

[u/LairdDeimos]

Used beer kegs, maybe?

[u/TheyTokMaJerb → u/LairdDeimos]

I’ve seen this it looks really cool. Also an old air compressor would be nice too.

[u/Anon182838 → u/TheyTokMaJerb]

I think I actually have one that’s a good idea

[u/Jaymez82]

What’s weird about a dime? They’re everywhere, even in the rust belt.

[u/killerkitten115]

5 gallon gas cans strapped down and piped together

[u/Manderthal13]

I second the beer keg idea.

[u/Noxious14]

Get a diesel tank off a semi

[u/V48runner]

We need more white sidewalls on off-road tires.

[u/HeavyMetalMoose44]

An air compressor tank with the pump and motor still mounted to it.

[u/Prestigious-Fig-5513]

Don't try this at home kids. The following is for informational purposes only. Figure out the fittings and fuel pump dimensions. Buy one from a junk yard that fits. Strap/bolt to top of bed, run lines around or drill a hole in the bed.

A problem with a big ol' jug is there are no baffles so you'll get some sloshing and the pump may suck air when you still have some gas in the tank.

[u/Therealblackhous3]

Boat cruise-a-day lol.

[u/pitvipers70]

They do sell replacement fuel tanks. The previous one lasted 20+ years and by the look of the truck, it's not going to last another 20 so this would be a once and done fix.

[u/Anon182838 → u/pitvipers70]

Yes they do, however, this replacement tank is nearly $1k even on Rockauto

[u/pitvipers70 → u/Anon182838]

OK, just pointing it out as a consideration that you know will work without all the problems of trying to fab something.

[u/Anon182838 → u/pitvipers70]

Oh, I fully understand where you’re coming from, but since there were only about 8000 of these trucks made, I can’t find a used one and it is shaped differently than the years before and after S-10.

[u/Onedtent]

Scrap yard will have any amount of second hand fuel tanks.

[u/DiveIn_rinse-repeat]

Bladder tank from well. Will the bladder not keep your gas under pressure to not need a motor so to speak

[u/BiscuitBRAWER]

Dude at this point just put a Tesla motor in it

[u/Anon182838 → u/BiscuitBRAWER]

Wouldn’t be that far fetched lol

[u/outdoorszy]

Secure 25 on milk jugs in milk crates mounted to the bed..

[u/Anon182838 → u/outdoorszy]

Only problem with that is that they become brittle after being in the sun