Yep....another question about 70 Maverick gas tanks

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  1. predfan2001

    predfan2001 David in Tn

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    For those of you that are late for the show, 1970 tanks are a unique year because they are a drop in like early Mustangs. A Mustang tank can be installed with quite a bit of fab work. But one thing I am wondering, does anyone know if the early Falcon tanks are a better fit? As in less cutting.

    They are readily available at a good price. Looks like it would be a better fit if the pics are right that I see. If the dimensions are correct that I saw posted in another forum...they are the same width but the Maverick one is shorter.
     
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    what about the sending unit

    will the mustang one work ???:huh::tiphat:
     
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    predfan2001 David in Tn

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    The Falcon sending units are available....not sure if the Mustang sending unit fits the Falcon tank though.
     
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    predfan2001 David in Tn

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    Does anybody know for sure if the Mustang sending units will fit the 70 Maverick gas tanks? I read some threads but didn't find a final answer.

    I currently have my 70 tank at a shop to be cleaned.....but they aren't sure they can do much with it....so I'm thinking about plan B!
     
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    The Maverick sending unit is in the side of the tank. The Mustang in the front center. I believe the pick-up would be configured differently inside.
     
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    Stavro Transplanted New Yorican

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    ...and when you buy the 'tank kit' it should come with said sending unit.
     
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    all this talk about gettin tanks from other cars to fit makes my wonder why i cant seem to sell the perfectly good one i have :confused:
     
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    The deal with this mod is that it not only gives you a more attainable replacement part, it's more centered, it's larger, gives more space for larger exhaust and the sending unit is relocated.


    At least that's what I get from the idea.
     

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