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super99 · Sep 3, 2012

I have a 97 Dodge Ram 150. I looked out from the shop over the weekend, and something was hanging down in front of the rear wheel, driver side. I walked over and looked, the gas tank strap rusted thru. Looks like it is a fairly heavy strap. Can I get an aftermarket replacement or will I need to go to a dealer?? I haven't taken it apart yet, but as rusty as everything is on it, looks like it might be a bear to replace. Chris

farmer boy · Sep 3, 2012

You're able to get the set from RockAuto for $30-35 plus shipping. Part #ST191 and 578191

Bryan inIowa · Sep 3, 2012

Most parts stores have them, or can get them.

Janicholson · Sep 3, 2012

Galvanized 1/8" strap with holes every inch can be found at most hardware stores. Were it mine, I would hold up the tank with a wooden block and floor jack. Removing the old one might require a cutoff tool to cut the bolt. (be cautious with sparks, a bolt cutter might be preferable, or it might just surprise you and unscrew. then copy the length and bands in the new material (might take two lengths overlapped and bolted together with flathead screws to reduce the amount theystickout toward the tank.) use nylon webbing or nylon strap just wider than the new strap to buffer it from the tank. and install it. cost 20$. Jim

casecollectorsc · Sep 3, 2012

On my semi-tractor when they rusted thru, I bought stainless steel and remade them. Never rust thru again!! A lot cheaper than what the dealer wanted too!

37chief · Sep 3, 2012

Now there's something I don't worry about living in California. Stan

fixerupper · Sep 3, 2012

Put a nylon ratchet strap up there until you can find the right one. Works on a semi if you don't get caught. Jim

Royse · Sep 3, 2012

Local parts store here carries universal straps that worked on a '95 Dodge.
I think they were about $15 plus bolts/nuts.

Jimmy King · Sep 4, 2012

Ha ha I go through the Joplin Scales both ways every day 5 days a week.

UncleTom · Sep 4, 2012

Ford just had a recall on theirs tank straps. Maybe dodge will fix theres too.

C.R. · Sep 4, 2012

I had to replace mine after I had installed a fuel pump the straps arent too bad to fix I found the rear one in way worse shape than the front about fifty bucks from Oreilleys gets the set

36 Coupe · Sep 4, 2012

Make sure the key hole in the chassis isnt rusted out.It took more than new straps to fix my Ford.Ford uses a metric bolt and nut to hold the other end of the strap to the cross member.No room for a 6 point socket on the bolt head.The nut came off hard.Years ago I was driving my old chevy truck when an old rusty chevy car coming from the opposite direction lost its gas tank.He was running 60 at least.The tank slid by me with sparks flying,The tank took fire.To this day I wonder what would have happened if the tank had slid under my truck.Why do US car makers use steel tank straps and brake lines that rust out.If you price original equipment straps you will be shocked.The last 2 trucks I did cost under 40 bucks for the straps.

36 Coupe · Sep 4, 2012

Bad idea on most trucks.Plumber strap is weak because of all the holes.A full tank can weigh 160 lb.My 77 Chev tank sat on strong L brackets.The straps just kept the tank on the brackets,didnt carry weight.Why cant auto makers be forced to use rust proof tank straps and brake lines on a 40,000 buck truck.

GVSII · Sep 4, 2012

(quoted from post at 03:40:14 09/04/12) Bad idea on most trucks.Plumber strap is weak because of all the holes.A full tank can weigh 160 lb.My 77 Chev tank sat on strong L brackets.The straps just kept the tank on the brackets,didnt carry weight.Why cant auto makers be forced to use rust proof tank straps and brake lines on a 40,000 buck truck.

A number of years ago auto makers were braging about useing corrosion resistant material in their exhaust systems.Still using rust prone steel for fuel and brake lines though.

Janicholson · Sep 4, 2012

I did not say plumbers strap (ehich comes in a 12 foot roll and would not hold at all. But if that impression was given, Don"t do it. The material I was refering to is 12 gauge thick. Jim

barnE · Sep 4, 2012

Quarter tank only til fixed. Dave

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