Correct 1949 Gas Cap for Shoebox

[bruce3404]

I just acquired a 1949 Custom and am trying to source the correct cap for my car. I see plenty that say "Correct for 50-52, fits '49, which is telling me that whatever is mass-produced still isn't correct for my year. Could anyone post a photo of what the '49 cap is supposed to look like?

 

[bruce3404]

I did find this, but not sure if it's correct. It sure looks different.

 

[38coop]

Call Chris at Shoebox Central. 405-259-9222.

 

[flatford8]

I think the difference may be the ‘50 is painted body color and the ‘49 is stainless because it’s on the outside. I agree Shoebox Central will know, and no doubt have, what you need.
Love them Shoeboxes!!!!!.........Mark

 

[Bob C]

I think this one would be more correct. http://dennis-carpenter.com/fuel-tank-cap/p/8A-9030/


Bob

 

[bruce3404]

With a lot of research, it appears that the cap is surrounded by an odd looking chrome piece, so I need both the cap and that chrome piece which can be seen here: https://classics.autotrader.com/classic-cars/1949/ford/custom/100990714 See third photo.

Thanks for all your assistance on my first post. I appreciate it! I'll give Chris at Shoebox a call.

 

[fordy_nine]

You don't need that chrome piece - it is just a scratch guard for the body when refueling, an aftermarket accessory.......Bob L

 

[bruce3404]

You don't need that chrome piece - it is just a scratch guard for the body when refueling, an aftermarket accessory.......Bob L

Thank you! I really don't like the look of it anyways. I am wondering about the odd looking area that surrounds a proper cap. That metal surround looks awkward. I wonder if it should be painted to match the car's paint?http://tinypic.com/r/359b95g/9

PS. I'm not driving it with the duct tape!

 

[Frank Miller]

Someone posted the picture of Carpenter's cap and that is it. I have a 49 and it is just a stainless cap with serrated edge. You can see it on the car. 1950 went to a gas door and I've never looked to see what that cap should look like. a nice looking stainless cap would fit but they may have gone to a crappy looking no one will see it cap.

 

[Bob C]

Should be a rubber grommet around the filler. http://dennis-carpenter.com/fuel-neck-grommet/p/8A-9080/

 

[35fordtn]

Attached are photos of a Genuine NOS 1949 cap.. Gates and Stant produce a decent looking NEW cap that resembles the original to a degree (i.e. the cap carpenter sells)

 

[50fordcoupeman]

My 50 has one just like the pic posted above but is behind a gas cap door.