Fuel Tank

[ggrum]

The fuel tank on my Marina based Roadster is well past its best and probably only held together by rust and paint. One good thump on the underside and the entire contents would be dumped in the road. If I remember correctly the tank came from a MkII Escort van. A few years ago I tried to source a replacement but couldn't find one that wasn't in even worse condition. Even YKC, who were still just operating then, looked for me but with no luck. I know I can get an alloy tank fabricated but I thought I would just check if anyone else has had this problem and what they decided to do. I seem to remember the issue of plastic tanks being discussed on the forum a while back but with no real conclusion on their legality. Any ideas or input appreciated.

Geoff

[listerjp2]

Re: Fuel Tank

Hiya Geoff

One of our members, John Brice, found a company that still makes them at a reasonable price.

I will contact him today to find out who he used and the rough cost.

Adrian

[ggrum]

Re: Fuel Tank

Many thanks, Adrian

[ruby131]

Re: Fuel Tank

try newcarpartsnextday on the net......expensive but a new tank. worth checking the fixings as there are 2 types (see my post on facebook marlin enthusiasts. Cheers Chris

[listerjp2]

Re: Fuel Tank

I have tried newcarpartsnext day but they said that they didn't have any and would remove the item from their web site.

Try http://shop.aircooledandclassics.co....state-van.html#

they may be able to help.

Adrian

[listerjp2]

Re: Fuel Tank

Heres another

http://www.carz2.co/esc80-mk12-petrol-tank-vanestate-carb-30-25-381-3515-p.asp

Adrian

[listerjp2]

Re: Fuel Tank

OK they are as rare as hens teeth but a guy is getting back to me and he may have one for £92 including VAT and Postage.

You may have to jump at this one quickly.

Adrian

[listerjp2]

Re: Fuel Tank

Ok, while waiting for this guy to get back to me I rang:

Contact:	Spencer Morgan SM Engineering
Address:	Gwylfa Panteg Cross Croeslan Llandysul Ceredigion SA44 4SJ
Tel:	07967 831453
Email:	[email protected]

Who I have had dealings with in the past and they recon they could produce an 11 gallon tank in alloy with a filler neck and sender plate welded in for £200 inc VAT and delivery.

You may want to go down that route.

Adrian

[danny_nelson]

Re: Fuel Tank

I have a new alloy tank approx 8 gallon that was made for a roadster no mounting flange but complete with s/s mounting straps. Made for a roadster last year but never fitted.

[ggrum]

Re: Fuel Tank

Hi Danny,

I would definitely be interested in that. I'll e-mail you separately to dioscuss.

Cheers

Geoff

[ggrum]

Re: Fuel Tank

Hi Adrian,

Thanks for checking this out for me. The one on carz2 seems to have disappeared but I'm interested in the £92 one when the guy gets back to you.

Cheers

Geoff

[ggrum]

Re: Fuel Tank

Adrian,
Thanks for all your help. Please let me know if the guy gets back to you. The tank offered by Carz2 no longer seems to be available.
Cheers, Geoff