Replacement fuel tank
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Replacement fuel tank
Any views on what / where to buy please?
Are the after market ones any good / a nightmare to fit?
Are the after market ones any good / a nightmare to fit?
'72 2.4S Targa
Re: Replacement fuel tank
The Dansk version is excellent, great value I think, easy to obtain e.g. Design911 and fits perfectly. The only difference that I found was that the angle of the send and return pipes seemed to be subtly different from the original and I recall having to bend one of the (bolt on) pipes slightly.
Dean
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1980 924 Turbo, blu/grn tartan - restored
Re: Replacement fuel tank
thank you Dean - very helpful info. did you need the installation kit?deano wrote: ↑Thu Apr 25, 2024 12:39 pm The Dansk version is excellent, great value I think, easy to obtain e.g. Design911 and fits perfectly. The only difference that I found was that the angle of the send and return pipes seemed to be subtly different from the original and I recall having to bend one of the (bolt on) pipes slightly.
this the tank? https://www.design911shop.com/p/fuel-ta ... =doofinder
and kit? https://www.design911shop.com/p/fuel-ta ... =doofinder
'72 2.4S Targa
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Re: Replacement fuel tank
I have a Dansk tank in mine, fit is fine, You just need to paint it prior to fitting to factory spec or you own.
As far as I understand the, the main difference is that the Dansk tanks don't have the internal filter. But when was the last time someone replaced the screw in tank filter? Plus you have the main filters inline before the fuel hits the hot end.
As far as I understand the, the main difference is that the Dansk tanks don't have the internal filter. But when was the last time someone replaced the screw in tank filter? Plus you have the main filters inline before the fuel hits the hot end.
Re: Replacement fuel tank
Thanks NigeNige wrote:I have a Dansk tank in mine, fit is fine, You just need to paint it prior to fitting to factory spec or you own.
As far as I understand the, the main difference is that the Dansk tanks don't have the internal filter. But when was the last time someone replaced the screw in tank filter? Plus you have the main filters inline before the fuel hits the hot end.
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'72 2.4S Targa
Re: Replacement fuel tank
Yes, thats the tank. I didnt need the kit, and mine had the same three holes as shown in the tank photograph, all a direct fit to the existing two small steel fuel pipe banjos and the mesh dirt filter. I don't understand what that fitting kit is for, sorry. My research a long time ago suggested that the 3M sealer bags are a good colour and material match to the original rubberised coating. I can try to find the part number if you need it....willbrown wrote: ↑Thu Apr 25, 2024 12:42 pmthank you Dean - very helpful info. did you need the installation kit?deano wrote: ↑Thu Apr 25, 2024 12:39 pm The Dansk version is excellent, great value I think, easy to obtain e.g. Design911 and fits perfectly. The only difference that I found was that the angle of the send and return pipes seemed to be subtly different from the original and I recall having to bend one of the (bolt on) pipes slightly.
this the tank? https://www.design911shop.com/p/fuel-ta ... =doofinder
and kit? https://www.design911shop.com/p/fuel-ta ... =doofinder
Dean
1973T Targa MFI 334 met blu- under restoration https://www.ddk-online.com/phpBB2/viewt ... 28&t=67060
1980 924 Turbo, blu/grn tartan - restored
1973T Targa MFI 334 met blu- under restoration https://www.ddk-online.com/phpBB2/viewt ... 28&t=67060
1980 924 Turbo, blu/grn tartan - restored
Re: Replacement fuel tank
That’s great - thanks. If you can find the 3M part number that would be great - I have seen elsewhere that stone guard and then paint is OK so might go that route but would prefer a close to original finish if possible.deano wrote:Yes, thats the tank. I didnt need the kit, and mine had the same three holes as shown in the tank photograph, all a direct fit to the existing two small steel fuel pipe banjos and the mesh dirt filter. I don't understand what that fitting kit is for, sorry. My research a long time ago suggested that the 3M sealer bags are a good colour and material match to the original rubberised coating. I can try to find the part number if you need it....willbrown wrote: ↑Thu Apr 25, 2024 12:42 pmthank you Dean - very helpful info. did you need the installation kit?deano wrote: ↑Thu Apr 25, 2024 12:39 pm The Dansk version is excellent, great value I think, easy to obtain e.g. Design911 and fits perfectly. The only difference that I found was that the angle of the send and return pipes seemed to be subtly different from the original and I recall having to bend one of the (bolt on) pipes slightly.
this the tank? https://www.design911shop.com/p/fuel-ta ... =doofinder
and kit? https://www.design911shop.com/p/fuel-ta ... =doofinder
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'72 2.4S Targa
Re: Replacement fuel tank
its 3M 08800 grey sealer 250ml bag, I think at least 2 required to achieve the thickness and texture of the original coating, I would buy 3 and return one if not used. Some sort of spray gun attachment is required with these bags too.
Please don't take my word for it, either in terms of the colour match or quantity required - that is what my research uncovered a long time ago. The original old coating would be discoloured, so how can we be sure.
Unfortunately, my painter incorrectly delivered my new tank with just one thin coat (one bag) and the texture is like 60 grit sand paper, so will need at least another bag.
However, the same 3M sealer applied under my new rears wings is a good texture match to the original, and seems robust. That needed between 4 and 6 bags, I dont recall exactly.
Please don't take my word for it, either in terms of the colour match or quantity required - that is what my research uncovered a long time ago. The original old coating would be discoloured, so how can we be sure.
Unfortunately, my painter incorrectly delivered my new tank with just one thin coat (one bag) and the texture is like 60 grit sand paper, so will need at least another bag.
However, the same 3M sealer applied under my new rears wings is a good texture match to the original, and seems robust. That needed between 4 and 6 bags, I dont recall exactly.
Dean
1973T Targa MFI 334 met blu- under restoration https://www.ddk-online.com/phpBB2/viewt ... 28&t=67060
1980 924 Turbo, blu/grn tartan - restored
1973T Targa MFI 334 met blu- under restoration https://www.ddk-online.com/phpBB2/viewt ... 28&t=67060
1980 924 Turbo, blu/grn tartan - restored
Re: Replacement fuel tank
Thanks for checking Dean - that's very helpful info.deano wrote: ↑Sun Apr 28, 2024 10:02 am its 3M 08800 grey sealer 250ml bag, I think at least 2 required to achieve the thickness and texture of the original coating, I would buy 3 and return one if not used. Some sort of spray gun attachment is required with these bags too.
Please don't take my word for it, either in terms of the colour match or quantity required - that is what my research uncovered a long time ago. The original old coating would be discoloured, so how can we be sure.
Unfortunately, my painter incorrectly delivered my new tank with just one thin coat (one bag) and the texture is like 60 grit sand paper, so will need at least another bag.
However, the same 3M sealer applied under my new rears wings is a good texture match to the original, and seems robust. That needed between 4 and 6 bags, I dont recall exactly.
'72 2.4S Targa