Sheet metal shield on side of 98 4wd/4dr gas tank.

[hoes-before-bros]

When replacing my fuel lines for my 98 Tahoe 5.7L 4wd/4dr the shield on the side of my gas tank just fell out. It was extremely rusted. What is the function of this piece of metal attached to the gas tank. It is adjacent to the drivetrain but also close to the muffler. Is this designed to absorb impact like a skid plate or is this a heat shield? Could I go without this?

 

[floater]

On my four door I have a plastic gas tank with that shield over it. I'm sure it protects against punctures. Easy to replace and didn't cost too much. That shield you talk of was all one part and it fit under the tank and the straps held it all together.

 

[hoes-before-bros]

On my four door I have a plastic gas tank with that shield over it. I'm sure it protects against punctures. Easy to replace and didn't cost too much. That shield you talk of was all one part and it fit under the tank and the straps held it all together.

Thanks. I just can't seem to find that part. Guess its a dealer part?

 

[floater]

I can't remember where I got mine. It wasn't too expensive though.

 

[drakon543]

are you looking for number 6?

 

[hoes-before-bros]

View attachment 212705 are you looking for number 6?

Yes #6 exactly! Is there a part number or a url you can forward me? My dealer is way too far and looking for mailorder possibilities. Thanks

 

[drakon543]

well i pulled that picture from one of the typical gm parts sites. it is discontinued and will be hard to find. 15733382 is the gm part number for it.

 

[hoes-before-bros]

Thank you! Found a site that has it.

 

[drakon543]

wew caught myself doing a thread jack story on a bad purchase event i had a while ago.
good luck

 

[zbad55]

When replacing my fuel lines for my 98 Tahoe 5.7L 4wd/4dr the shield on the side of my gas tank just fell out. It was extremely rusted. What is the function of this piece of metal attached to the gas tank. It is adjacent to the drivetrain but also close to the muffler. Is this designed to absorb impact like a skid plate or is this a heat shield? Could I go without this?

That is a heat shield that is required for fuel tank protection from the exhaust system only. It is not designed for any impact or skid plate related issues.

 

[ladyelisha63]

That is a heat shield that is required for fuel tank protection from the exhaust system only. It is not designed for any impact or skid plate related issues.

Do you know where I could purchase this heat shield for my 1999 Chevy Tahoe 5.7l - 8 cylinder - 4 wheel drive?

 

[ladyelisha63]

That is a heat shield that is required for fuel tank protection from the exhaust system only. It is not designed for any impact or skid plate related issues.

Do you know where I could purchase this heat shield for my 1999 Chevy Tahoe 5.7l - 8 cylinder - 4 wheel drive?

 

[ladyelisha63]

That is a heat shield that is required for fuel tank protection from the exhaust system only. It is not designed for any impact or skid plate related issues.

Do you know where I could purchase this heat shield for my 1999 Chevy Tahoe 5.7l - 8 cylinder - 4 wheel drive?

That is a heat shield that is required for fuel tank protection from the exhaust system only. It is not designed for any impact or skid plate related issues.

Thank you! Found a site that has it.

Do you know where I could purchase this heat shield for my 1999 Chevy Tahoe 5.7l - 8 cylinder - 4 wheel drive?

 

[east302]

You can try calling a dealer, they can search nationwide inventory for the part number (15733382). If you’re lucky, someone may still actually have it.