gmdh555 Posted May 13, 2005 Share Posted May 13, 2005 Removed and refitted my fuel tank this week as part of general tinkering/tidying up. On replacement I located the tank as far down/forward as possible on the two L-shaped rails. With a fair bit of fiddling I got the retaining strap in place at the right angle and reasonably tight (too tight and it starts pulling off). After a spirited test drive I see that the tank has moved backwards by half an inch or so, to the furthest-back position it can occupy. I suspect - haven't checked yet - that the retaining strap is not quite as tightly fitting now. Is this the normal practice - i.e. TADTS and just see if I can get another turn or two on the retaining bolts? Or does it need doing again? Cheers, Gareth Yellow and black 1.8 VX, pics here, for sale here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Support Team Shaun_E Posted May 13, 2005 Support Team Share Posted May 13, 2005 I had the same issue when re-fitting mine and I just left it at the far back position and tightened the retaining straps - hasn't moved even after a day at Cadwell. I think people put some rubber between the tank and the L shaped rails and the friction is enough to hold the tank in a more forward position. Can't see how it makes much difference but would be interested in hearing other peoples experiences. Yellow SL #32 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmdh555 Posted May 13, 2005 Author Share Posted May 13, 2005 I think people put some rubber between the tank and the L shaped rails Yep - I replaced the rubbers (with some cut-up inner tube) before refitting the tank. Protects against long-term abrasion I believe. Yellow and black 1.8 VX, pics here, for sale here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alias Posted May 13, 2005 Share Posted May 13, 2005 Yep - I replaced the rubbers (with some cut-up inner tube) before refitting the tank. Protects against long-term abrasion I believe Good move. I used Carpet underlay to prevent rubbing and give a good grip. Has worked a treat. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1400 Supersport with 6 gears and clamshell wings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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