Well, no experience for a 69 tank, but my 66 16 gallon tank fit perfectly. All boltholes actually lined up. It was easy to put in and looked no different from the original. It looked and felt good, looking at the welds and edges etc.
Hope this helps you out.
Columbo
http://members.brabant.chello.nl/a.schroeders/Columbo66.jpg http://members.brabant.chello.nl/a.schroeders/Columbo66_2.jpg
First time rolling restoration, 66 289 nearing completion.
Hope this helps you out.
Columbo
http://members.brabant.chello.nl/a.schroeders/Columbo66.jpg http://members.brabant.chello.nl/a.schroeders/Columbo66_2.jpg
First time rolling restoration, 66 289 nearing completion.