Hi Don, new is probably better...but watch out. Not all new tanks have
exactly the same dimensions as the original. Here's my recent
experience on a new tank for a BN7 Mk1 from M+++. The outlet elbow for
the fuel line was significantly higher above the tank's top surface such
that a new hole was required for the fuel line to pass thru the bulkhead
into the axle space. This required troublesome body work to close off
the original hole. Anyway, when we compared the new tank to the
original tank, the top-to-bottom dimension and the outlet elbow position
were clearly pretty different. Just a heads-up for you.... good luck,
Jack
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-healeys@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-healeys@autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Don Day
Sent: Monday, October 09, 2006 8:10 PM
To: healey list
Subject: gas tank repair/replace?
Hello List
I was sandplasting my BJ-8 gas tank and I found 2 small pin
holes.I actually put a pin in the hole and it fell all the way through!
Its the part of the tank that is on the bottom between the tank and the
lower shroud .My question is has any one had any luck good or bad with
welding the holes up or do I need to get a new tank?I would have the
body shop weld the holes up if I go that way.Any help?
Don
BJ-8 Phase II under re-construction
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