Product Summary

Custom Replacement Fuel Tank Style, 18 gallons Capacity

  • Dimensions measure 29-1/2" x 21-1/4" x 9-1/4"
  • Specifically designed for the 1953-1954 Chevy cars
  • Tank comes with integrated internal baffles and an internal reservoir tray
  • Features an all steel construction with a galvanized finish for added corrosion resistance
  • Kit includes mounting straps, gaskets, O-ring sealed screws, and has an 18 gallon capacity
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Key Specs

MFG. Part #53-CGX
Fuel Tank StyleCustom Replacement
Fuel System TypeEFI | Carb
Capacity18 gallons
Material TypeSteel
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Tanks 53-CGX Details

This 18 gallon fuel tank kit from Tanks Inc. features a large 3/8" NPT pickup tube. It is compatible with your 1953-1954 Chevy car. It includes mounting straps, gaskets, and O-ring sealed screws.

  • Large 3/8" NPT Internal Pickup Tube 
  • Internal Reservoir Tray - Absolute Necessity for Fuel Injection
  • Bolt-in! No Cutting or Welding!
  • Block-Off plate for non fuel injected cars
  • Includes mounting straps, gaskets & O-ring sealed screws
  • 53-CGX Overall Size: 29-1/2" x 21-1/4" x 9-1/4"  (18 Gallons)

Note: When using the 53-CGX tank with a GPA series pump a 3/8" NPT pipe plug will be needed to block off the internal fuel tank pickup tube.

Warranty Information

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Speedway Motors cannot facilitate the return of defective Tanks Inc.’s products as they have requested to handle these directly with the consumer. For defective product support and Return Authorization, please contact Tanks Inc. at (319) 465-3522 or (877)

CARB Warning

For race/ off road use only

Emissions warning: this part only legal for sale or use in California for racing (competition) vehicles which may never be used, registered, or licensed for use upon a public highway. Any other use renders the vehicle tampered and not legal for use on California public highways (any public street or roadway, public dirt road, public park, or publicly maintained right of way open to the use of the public for vehicular travel). Violations subject to $37,500 penalty per violation per vehicle, revocation of registration, loss of use on California public right of ways, and proof of correction for tampering. There are similar restrictions and penalties under federal law and the laws of all other states with penalties under federal law of up to approximately $45,268 per tampered vehicle and/or engine.

Tanks 53-CGX Specifications

KEY SPECS
MFG. Part #53-CGX
BrandTanks
Fuel Tank StyleCustom Replacement
Fuel System TypeEFI | Carb
Capacity18 gallons
Material TypeSteel
FinishGalvanized
ColorSilver
Sending Unit IncludedNo
Fuel Pump IncludedNo
Tank Straps IncludedYes
Overall Length29.5"
Overall Width21.25"
Overall Height9.25"
Fuel Capacity Range15.00-19.99 Gallons
GENERAL
Sold in QuantityEach
GTIN Code691852324446
Fuel TypeGasoline
Outlet Fitting3/8" NPT
BaffledYes
Filler Neck IncludedYes

Ratings & Reviews

4.3

17 Reviews

Overall Assessment

Customers generally find the product, a replacement gas tank, to be of good quality and practical for various car models. Users appreciate the nice paint coating that seemingly adds to its durability. The tank is touted as larger than stock models, enabling more storage. However, it does require some adjustments - mainly related to the tank straps, which may need to be cut or modified to fit properly. Some customers noted they managed to retain their original straps. Be aware that stock fuel lines and exhausts may need rerouting and fittings are not included with the tank. A few users lamented the product's label as a 'direct fit', as some modifications were needed. Yet, despite initial modifications, users found the end result satisfactory and worth recommending.

4.3

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Most Liked Positive Review

5.0

Great product

This tank fit perfectly into the stock mounting spot with no modifications needed other tha drilling holes in th universal tank straps One thing i ran into was you cannot use a stock fuel sending unit in this tank due to the float hits the fuel injection bafflt plate, and since the holes are in a specific pattern i had to re drill sening unit holes. No big deal just an inconvenionce but it all worked out fine !!!

Most Liked Negative Review

3.0

Good quality, not direct fit as advertised.

Tank is deeper than stock. Includes strap material but you have to fabricate them (cut, drill). The stock fuel lines and exhaust will not fit as is. Lines must be bent and exhaust rerouted. No fittings or size information included so you have to figure that out. One wrong size and you just ruined a tank. Says direct fit but it is not by any means. An amateur would have some trouble with this and figure they got the wrong product. The tank is great quality and looks great but you should inform customers what they need to make it fit. Got it in filled with gas and cranked it right up. Product works great.

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Just what Betty Jean needed

5.0

a year ago

BelAir 53

Cols Oh

Verified

Her gads tank is in horrible shape, and this one will make her happy!

Would Recommend

excellent product

1.0

2 years ago

Dean

Victoria B.C. Canada

Verified

well made and easy to install

Would Recommend

Nice tank.

5.0

3 years ago

Tader

Poughkeepsie ny.

Verified

Fits right in place. Had to cut the straps to size. First cut them to the original size but this tank must be larger. Had to weld the cut pieces back on. Other then that a very nice tank.

Would Recommend

1954 Gas Tank

4.0

5 years ago

Purple60chevy

Santana

Verified

Tank looks good appears to have good paint coating

Would Recommend

yes the fit was good

5.0

6 years ago

ramblin farmer

wake forest n. c.

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fit was good

Would Recommend

Very satisfied with the new tank. I recommend it to everyon.

5.0

7 years ago

Don the Farmer

Gravette, Arkansas

Verified

Was a easy change out, I didn't need the straps that came with the tank. I used the originals, just put longer bolts at the rear of tank. Saved trying to cut, drill holes and fit measurements on new straps.

Would Recommend

Good quality, not direct fit as advertised.

3.0

8 years ago

James

El Paso, TX

Verified

Tank is deeper than stock. Includes strap material but you have to fabricate them (cut, drill). The stock fuel lines and exhaust will not fit as is. Lines must be bent and exhaust rerouted. No fittings or size information included so you have to figure that out. One wrong size and you just ruined a tank. Says direct fit but it is not by any means. An amateur would have some trouble with this and figure they got the wrong product. The tank is great quality and looks great but you should inform customers what they need to make it fit. Got it in filled with gas and cranked it right up. Product works great.

Would Recommend

It's a great deal.

5.0

8 years ago

Spence

Bremerton wash

Verified

I'm putting this tank in my 54 210. I can use a intank fuelpump or on the engine.

Would Recommend

54 belair gas tank

4.0

8 years ago

Brock

Kansas City MO

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Great tank but the straps needed modified to work, once that was done great tank, straps are the only reason it's not a 5 star

Would Recommend

Yes, I would. Perfect replacement with top notch quality.

5.0

9 years ago

Mr. Magoo

Nineveh Indiana

Verified

I replaced the original. It fits perfect. Thank you for knowing your products and what will work when asked. I don't like second try's.

Would Recommend

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Questions & Answers

6 Questions • 12 Answers

Do you offer a drop in / submerged fuel pump for this tank ? Would need it to have enough pressure for LS swap. Don't really want to use an online pump

by Lou

• 2 years ago

1 answer

Can I use this tank for an Ls swap? Does it have a ? For fuel return?

by Ortiz

• 4 years ago

1 answer

Does the original sending unit fit in this tank

by arturo

• 8 years ago

6 answers

What sending unit would fit this tank

by Tommy Wright

• 9 years ago

2 answers

what direction do your measurements go for length and width

by bob

• 10 years ago

1 answer

What fuel cap fits on this tank?

by ron

• 11 years ago

1 answer

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