Guest Codyg1996 Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 I need to know where I can get a gas tank for a 1972 buick riviera all I can find are tanks with the filler neck centered and I need one with it to the left Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmTee Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 Desert Valley lists a '72 Riviera parts car in stock. https://www.dvap.com/salvage/1972-buick-riviera-72burivd/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVES89 Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 French Lake Auto Parts has a tank for $75.00 Google them to get the phone number. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Codyg1996 Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 I'm really looking for a new one if i could find one a gm40a looks real similar only a center filler neck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmTee Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 I haven't looked -- but I'd be surprised if anyone makes a new, direct replacement. Rivieras simply don't generate the same demand as Camaros or Tri-5 Chevys. You can also try "The Buick Farm" www.buickfarm.net. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lebowski Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 1 hour ago, EmTee said: I'd be surprised if anyone makes a new, direct replacement. Rivieras simply don't generate the same demand as Camaros or Tri-5 Chevys. I can vouch for that. I wanted a new one for my '65 Bonneville and searched for weeks and finally gave up. I found a used one in AZ but the guy wanted $300 plus $150 shipping so I passed. It was a small leak so I tried covering the hole with some JB Tank Weld which has worked so far but I'm only buying half a tank of gas at a time now. You can have it professionally repaired at many radiator shops so you might want to try that route. Good luck.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Codyg1996 Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 47 minutes ago, Lebowski said: I can vouch for that. I wanted a new one for my '65 Bonneville and searched for weeks and finally gave up. I found a used one in AZ but the guy wanted $300 plus $150 shipping so I passed. It was a small leak so I tried covering the hole with some JB Tank Weld which has worked so far but I'm only buying half a tank of gas at a time now. You can have it professionally repaired at many radiator shops so you might want to try that route. Good luck.... It's just too far gone to be fixed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GARY F Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 trry this guy 218-326-0463. i bought a new one for my 63 Bonne. less than $300.00. let us know how you make out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Codyg1996 Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 On 5/25/2017 at 3:24 PM, GARY F said: trry this guy 218-326-0463. i bought a new one for my 63 Bonne. less than $300.00. let us know how you make out. He didn't have one thanks for your help though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GARY F Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 try CARS in Neshanic N.J. he is all buick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Codyg1996 Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 On 5/28/2017 at 3:19 PM, GARY F said: try CARS in Neshanic N.J. he is all buick No luck there either anybody got a good used tank? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVES89 Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Go back and read post 3... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Codyg1996 Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 3 minutes ago, DAVES89 said: Go back and read post 3... They can't ship tanks thanks though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVES89 Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Where are you located? Maybe someone can pick it up for you and bring it the BCA National meet in Milwaukee this July and you could meet and pick it up there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve-V Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Is your tank pictured? I can get her back to life, I've dealt with much worse. www.GroveRadiator.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Codyg1996 Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 I'm in alabama. but the tank you can put your hands through on the front it's gone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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mike6024 Posted June 2, 2017 Share Posted June 2, 2017 https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sgt-gm40t/overview/year/1973/make/buick/model/riviera So this is a reproduction 1973 fuel tank, but they don't make a 1972 apparently. Is it totally different, or is just the neck in a different position? You could have a radiator shop relocate the neck to the side. I would be talking to the manufacturer on the phone to see for sure if they don't make a 1972, because maybe they do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Codyg1996 Posted June 4, 2017 Share Posted June 4, 2017 On 6/1/2017 at 11:28 PM, mike6024 said: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sgt-gm40t/overview/year/1973/make/buick/model/riviera So this is a reproduction 1973 fuel tank, but they don't make a 1972 apparently. Is it totally different, or is just the neck in a different position? You could have a radiator shop relocate the neck to the side. I would be talking to the manufacturer on the phone to see for sure if they don't make a 1972, because maybe they do. This is what I'm going to do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keho Posted August 2, 2019 Share Posted August 2, 2019 What did you end up doing? I need one too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabe007 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 I know this is an old topic, but I just found a tank manufacturer in Illinois that has a pattern for a 1971 Riviera gas tank and is going to make me one out of 304 stainless. They are kind of expensive $895 but I figure it is worth it.. Just ordered today and they have a six week lead time. Once it shows up, I will post reviews on quality etc. Rock Valley Antique Auto Parts, Inc. 5295 28th Avenue Rockford, IL 61109 Phone: 815-645-2271 Fax: 815-645-2740 Toll Free Order Line (800) 344-1934 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 Surprised you cannot buy a blank tank and put inlets and outlets where ever you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadzooks Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 Hey Gabe007. What was the result of that tank from Illinois? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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