I actually tried this and it was too thick. I couldnt get the bolts close enough to line upView attachment 1057032
I found this in an old aircraft spruce catalog for 1" wide straps. But the straps on both of my b-bodies measure 1-1/8" wide.
I actually tried this and it was too thick. I couldnt get the bolts close enough to line up
I wouldn't think anything would be necessary either. Still, I might use VERY thin strips of rubber and you can get at McMaster Carr. https://www.mcmaster.com/8990K11/
Would have to cut just shy of 1-1/8" in width so you don't see it. I can't imagine that 1/32" would be too thick and cause problems with the fit. BTW, EPDM is a good material for UV, ozone and water.
Over thinking this, tank is in a car 30 years+ no problems. Your 62 so.... If you must, buy large enough heat shrink tubing. Shrink it on straps install tank cut off visible tubing. If you don't cut visible tubing off straps will rust unless you have stainless steel straps.
....or enough gas in the tank.Yep, if it's moving enough to squeak - you don't have the straps tight enough yet.
Yep, which is why Ma had a grounding strap that passes between the sending unit and the metal fuel lineI'm curious, doesn't the tank need to be grounded? Would the rubber affect the ground for the gauge? Could be why Im having a fuel gauge problem.