Foam pad placement for the gas tank

[elkyman70]

Hi. I have an '81 that I pulled the fuel tank out of to fix a leak. When I pulled it out I noted 2 square foam pads on the floor of the car. I guessed that they maybe came from under the tank so when I went to put the tank back I realized that maybe they don't go under the tank. I looked in the manual and it doesn't address them nor could I find it anyplace else. Anyone know where they are supposed to go?

[ClassyLady]

Just pulled the tank on my ‘83 for a wash out and those foam pads go on each side of the tank. Specific position doesn't seem to matter, just one flat on each side between the tank and the sidewall 

[elkyman70]

Thanks. Got it put back together and am happily cruising. Felt kinda stupid when they hit the floor and I had no idea where they came from.  LOL