I I remember correctly a few years back there was a change in the tanks from
the factory, basically flourinating them to avoid these problems. Are these
problematic tanks older pre-flourinated ones? Or are the new tanks also
chemically inadequate? I'd hate to hear how much $$ a custom welded Alum
would cost (let alone all the probs associated with weld quality leaks).
Cheers,
Pete Z.
A239 *still* a pile of parts.
On 4/29/08, Jeff B <topglock@cox.net> wrote:
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> While Baby Blue is in for repairs and installation of her new altitude
> hold, I had occasion to look over the tank area, thoroughly. Sure enough, I
> found evidence of contact between the center push rod and the tank, right
> where you gents are point to. No real damage to the tank, but it was
> definitely touching. I applied a bit of Velcro loop to the tank area to
> guard against against further wear. I plan to either reposition the push
> rod, or extend the brace to push the tank back into it's intended shape.
> I'll let everyone know what I come up with and supply a pic or two...
>
> BTW, my new exhaust down pipe, just arrived. I'll install it tomorrow.
> Many thanks to John and Rodger for the prompt shipping. I ordered it one
> week ago, yesterday...
>
> Jeff,
> Baby Blue
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> Steven Pitt wrote:
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> > Following Arnold's picture I thought I would take one of my tank and the
> > bulge therein. Very similar but without a leak so far (!!??) as I know.
> > Steve Pitt
> > Tank bulge
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