I wouldn't buy body panels from JC Whitney. You are just bound to have problems with that. Try an outfit like
aircooled.net
http://www.aircooled.net/new-bin/vie... 200444740828
as for the gas tank Tim Rogers of this very newsgroup has reported good results with a tank from Advance Auto Parts.
http://www.partsamerica.com/PartDeta...1296&PT Set=A
which may be a very good option if you have an advance nearby.
> wrote in message oups.com...
> Appreciate all those helpful tips. Initially cleaning seemed to be the
> way to go to me, but after weighing everything, the best approach is
> just to replace the tank - that way I know what I have.
>
> Another couple of questions:
>
> Are the tanks sold at JCWhitney ok? How about some of the other parts
> they sell? I also definitely need floorpans - are JCW's pans ok?
> Or are there other good part stores you guys use?
>
> To get rid of whatever crud is in the system, could I just blow air
> from the pump down intake to the tank (the old tank, that is)?
> After that, I'll replace the flexible portion of the fuel line since it
> can't be in great shape after 13 years. Is that the best way to do
> that?
>
> Thanks a lot -- really appreciate the input.
> Remco
>