Dorman 578-005 Fuel Tank Strap

Dorman Fuel Tank Strap for Ford Trucks

This Dorman fuel tank strap is a direct replacement for the original strap used on select Ford F-150, F-250, F-250 HD, F-350, and F-100 Ranger applications. Built from steel with a silver finish, Dorman 578-005 is made for service replacement when the fuel tank is removed or replaced.

• Steel construction for strength and durability
• Silver finish for a clean OE-style appearance
• Direct replacement for the original fuel tank strap
• Fits mid-ship 16 gallon fuel tank applications on select Ford trucks
• Designed for harsh road and weather exposure
• Compatible with select Ford F-150, F-250, F-250 HD, F-350, and F-100 Ranger models

Fitment and Application Details

Dorman 578-005 is engineered for specific Ford fuel storage applications, including 1998 Ford F-250 with a 16 gallon tank, over 8,500 lb. GVW, and mid-ship fuel tank; 1980-1998 Ford F-350 with a 16 gallon fuel tank strap for mid-ship tank; 1997 Ford F-250 HD with a 16 gallon fuel tank strap for mid-ship tank; 1996 Ford F-100 Ranger with a 16 gallon fuel tank strap for mid-ship tank; 1980-1996 Ford F-150 with a 16 gallon fuel tank strap for mid-ship tank; 1980-1996 Ford F-250 with a 16 gallon fuel tank strap for mid-ship tank; and 1980-1983 Ford F-100 with a 16 gallon fuel tank strap for mid-ship tank. This part number, 578-005, also cross-references Spectra Premium ST05 for the same application.

What This Fuel Tank Strap Helps Fix

• Loose or sagging fuel tank mounting
• Corrosion-damaged original tank straps
• Straps bent during fuel tank service
• Noise or movement from an unsecured tank
• Replacement needs during fuel tank repair on Ford F-150, F-250, and F-350 trucks

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the tank size, mid-ship tank location, and model-year fitment before installation. Compare the original strap length and width to the replacement dimensions: 28.5 in and 26.75 in lengths with 2 in width. Installation hardware is not included, so reuse or source the required mounting hardware as needed. Dorman 578-005 is intended as a direct replacement for service work on compatible Ford trucks.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this strap from durable steel to handle road debris, moisture, and weather exposure. The part is built as an OE-style replacement for routine fuel tank service on select Ford applications.