Spectra Premium GM55A fuel tank for the 1949-1953 Chevrolet Truck 6-cylinder 3.5L, the 1949-1954 Chevrolet Truck 6-cylinder 3.8L, the 1954 Chevrolet Truck 6-cylinder 4.3L and other vehicles holds the fuel supply for the engine. This truck fuel tank is engineered, built and held to quality control standards meant to meet or exceed the performance of the original equipment it replaces.
- 18 U.S. gallon capacity
- Lead-tin coating on the tank
- Material thickness of 0.029 inch
- Made for electronic fuel injection systems
- O-ring included with the tank
Quick facts
- Part: Spectra Premium GM55A fuel tank
- Fits: 1949-1953 Chevrolet Truck 6-cylinder 3.5L, the 1949-1954 Chevrolet Truck 6-cylinder 3.8L, the 1954 Chevrolet Truck 6-cylinder 4.3L and other vehicles
- Condition: New
A fuel smell, fuel stains or rust through the tank body can mean the tank is damaged. Before you replace it, rule out a failed fuel pump, a clogged fuel line or a loose filler connection, since those parts can also leave you with a weak fuel supply. Each truck takes one tank, and this listing is a single tank.
Fits
It fits the 1949-1953 Chevrolet Truck 6-cylinder 3.5L, the 1949-1954 Truck 6-cylinder 3.8L and the 1954 Truck 6-cylinder 4.3L, as well as the 1950-1953 GMC Truck 6-cylinder 3.7L and the 1953-1954 Truck 6-cylinder 4.1L.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Capacity: 18 U.S. gallons
- Material thickness: 0.029 in
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Baffled sump: no
- Attached sump: no
- Filler neck: not attached
Build and materials
- Coating: lead-tin
- Fuel system: electronic fuel injection
- O-ring: included
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One fuel tank and an O-ring. The lock ring, fuel pump, sending unit and mounting straps are not included, so plan on a new lock ring and new straps rather than counting on the old ones being reusable.
Interchange: 576275 · 3847690 · 24 · TNKGM55A · IGM55A
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
576275, 3847690, 24, TNKGM55A, IGM55A
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Spectra Premium GM55A fuel tank right for the 1953-1954 GMC Truck 6-cylinder 4.1L?
Yes. The Spectra Premium GM55A is listed for the 1953-1954 GMC Truck 6-cylinder 4.1L, and it holds 18 U.S. gallons.
Does this Spectra Premium fuel tank come with the fuel pump?
No. The GM55A comes with an O-ring only. The fuel pump, sending unit, lock ring and mounting straps are not included, and the filler neck is not attached.
What coating and metal thickness does this fuel tank have?
This tank has a lead-tin coating and a material thickness of 0.029 inch.
How do I tell if a fuel tank is damaged?
A fuel smell, wet spots under the tank or rust through its body can mean damage. Fuel leaks need prompt attention, so have a shop inspect it rather than keep driving.
Does the Spectra Premium GM55A replace tank number TNKGM55A?
Yes. TNKGM55A is one of the numbers the Spectra Premium GM55A tank replaces, along with IGM55A.
