Fuel tank straps

Aluminum straps get torqued to 30 lb ft (1/2x20 T-bolt). Stainless straps get torqued to 45-70 lb ft (M16x2 T-bolt)

Both types need the torque rechecked periodically

I upgraded to the 4-strap per tank set-up on my 97 a few years ago after one of the aluminum straps let go.

 

I went to the six inch wide stainless steel straps. Much stronger. Got them from 4 States. All four straps (2 each tank) with hardware only $800.00 plus shipping. Polish up your tanks. They look great. 4 years, no problems

 

talk to a welding shop. I was told they can make them for 1/2 the cost. just an option.

 

What about steel straps? I am no metal expert but pretty sure the straps on my 84 International COE are steel. I have to replace the rear strap retention, or hanger mount. The one that mounts to the frame behind the tank. The rear one on each side needs replaced.

 

I would just replace all of them, and get them in stainless if it were me

 

It cost me $561.00 for the two hangers I spoke of earlier. I could only imagine what it would cost to replace everything to hold these tanks in place... I will take care of all that as time goes on....

 

The straps or the actual hanger the bolts to the frame rail that holds the straps?

 

The hanger, that bolts to the frame and holds the strap at the bottom, along with a plate that connects the two tanks and holds the air tanks as well.

 

Get the stainless. I had the same issue. You’ll need to drill the hole out where the t stud goes in but they are much stronger.

 

I got my hanger's from my local International and changed them out last weekend... all is well now.