Needing a gas tank floater for '79 Galavan Toyota 20R

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  1. McBishop

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    Just bought a sweet Galavan to roam America in. Unfortunately, the gas tank is not reading correctly and we are needing a gas tank floater. Any advice where to buy or locate? Good new is, nothing major wrong; we just needed gas. (-:
     
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    Welcome. I too have a 1979 Galavan (see profile picture).
    The fuel tank sender is the problem and they’re no longer made. It’s a straight Toyota pickup unit, nothing special. There was a seller on e-bay awhile ago out of Thailand selling some. Not sure if he’s still in business. These Galavans are pretty rare. I only know of two others still running. If you have 4 headlights your chassis is actually a 1978. Very important when ordering some drivetrain parts and most body parts. Fred
     
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    The thai sending unit may need some adjustment prior to install. Youve been warned lol
     
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    Okay, thank you. This helps a lot and it doesn't have 4 headlights. We love our galavan and working on making her a second home as we travel about. I like yours too! We have yet to name ours hoping while on the Pacific coast, we are inspired. I'll check out the Thia dealer. Thanks again!
     
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    Oh NO! Well, we do have one truck and a boat that we start with a screw driver so I think adjusting is our thing anyway. (-:
     
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    Be sure to check your rear axle. If it has 5 lug nuts it’s very dangerous and not safe for long travel. They had a major recall on these due to the fake duel wheels putting too much stress on the axle shafts causing them to break. PM me for more details.
     
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    Oh my goodness, thank you so much. We will check it today.
     
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    Okay, does anyone know how to make the refrigerator run off gas and not the battery? We leave for Cali in 5 days!!!!!! AHHHHH (-:
     

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