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Corroding fuel tank in my 68 westy.
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<blockquote data-quote="Danny" data-source="post: 514963" data-attributes="member: 13955"><p>I have a rusting fuel tank in my 68 van. I want to replace ideally with a new tank but so far searches have suggested that no one is manufacturing replacement tanks for earlies. Anybody found different? I have sourced an secondhand one from a local vw restoration outfit. It is described as a clean example and they will refurb it with a five part flush and reline product all for £240. They are on standby to go ahead. When replacing the tank what sort of condition have folks found the breather pipes etc? I am expecting to replace the filler hose and any gaskets ( fuel outlet ) Are there any other dos, don't or watch outs I need to be aware of?</p><p></p><p>We had an eventful chug back from SW France this summer having to blow the fuel back into the tank with a tyre inflator to clear the blockage around the strainer every 20 miles. This improve to 50 miles intervals when I stuck a big magnet onto the underside of the tank. Looking to avoid a repeat of this pitstop style motoring in future.</p><p>All helpful advice will be gladly received.</p><p>Regards.</p><p>Danny</p><p> :roll:</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Danny, post: 514963, member: 13955"] I have a rusting fuel tank in my 68 van. I want to replace ideally with a new tank but so far searches have suggested that no one is manufacturing replacement tanks for earlies. Anybody found different? I have sourced an secondhand one from a local vw restoration outfit. It is described as a clean example and they will refurb it with a five part flush and reline product all for £240. They are on standby to go ahead. When replacing the tank what sort of condition have folks found the breather pipes etc? I am expecting to replace the filler hose and any gaskets ( fuel outlet ) Are there any other dos, don't or watch outs I need to be aware of? We had an eventful chug back from SW France this summer having to blow the fuel back into the tank with a tyre inflator to clear the blockage around the strainer every 20 miles. This improve to 50 miles intervals when I stuck a big magnet onto the underside of the tank. Looking to avoid a repeat of this pitstop style motoring in future. All helpful advice will be gladly received. Regards. Danny :roll: [/QUOTE]
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