1400 fuel tank

[ncdave]

Looking at a used 1400. 97 model apparently has a tank leak due to rust. I've coated the inside of a tank a few times with mixed results. I'd likely have to have the holes welded up first. What's the possibilities of finding a replacement tank? are they specific to 1400s? would an 800 tank or any other fit the 1400?

thanks....first of MANY questions I'll probably have!

[Designer]

Looking at a used 1400. 97 model apparently has a tank leak due to rust. I've coated the inside of a tank a few times with mixed results. I'd likely have to have the holes welded up first

Often the rust is right at the level of the Gasoline that is in the tank. You'll often see a "ring" around the tank at this level. Is that what you see?

...... What's the possibilities of finding a replacement tank?

They show up from time-to-time both here and on Ebay. I've found that taking some time to find the Motorcycle Boneyards online and calling them produces results a bit quicker. Most of them at located in The South. Having a list of them might prove to be a good asset as you work on yours.
(don't ask me how I know this)

....are they specific to 1400s?

Yep!

.... would an 800 tank

An 800 can be made to fit with ALOTTA work, but it would be a Step Backwards.

....or any other fit the 1400?

As best I know, they were all the same.

...thanks....first of MANY questions I'll probably have!

You are Welcome! Glad you're here!

[ncdave]

thanks!

[sgtcall]

They tend to rust out near the bottom by the seat. Since it is a hard area to inspect you may be better off getting a new one but may have an issue matching paint. Not many new ones left for the 1997 paint colors but you may be able to find a newer model with unmatched paint. I replaced a 98 tank with a 2001 or 2002 tank. The colors were the same but switched the inset and main color from the original.

I will see if I can get Bronx Intruder to come up, he may have a used one on hand.

[hillsy v2]

They tend to rust out near the bottom by the seat.

Agree - all the tanks I've seen have rusted at the water line. Water is heavier than fuel so it will sink to the bottom.

If you can find a radiator repair shop they would probably be the only sort of guys left who would attempt to weld / braze the holes.

[Designer]

They tend to rust out near the bottom by the seat.

Agree - all the tanks I've seen have rusted at the water line. Water is heavier than fuel so it will sink to the bottom.

Thank you for confirming what I mentioned to ncsdave.

[hillsy v2]

They tend to rust out near the bottom by the seat.

Agree - all the tanks I've seen have rusted at the water line. Water is heavier than fuel so it will sink to the bottom.

Thank you for confirming what I mentioned to ncsdave.

Why do you have to keep starting shit over here?

Often the rust is right at the level of the Gasoline that is in the tank.

[sgtcall]

You may want to look here.

96 VS1400 Tank
viewtopic.php?f=20&t=14014&p=216551#p216551

It will fit but like always be careful with online purchases.

[Designer]

They tend to rust out near the bottom by the seat.

Agree - all the tanks I've seen have rusted at the water line. Water is heavier than fuel so it will sink to the bottom.

Thank you for confirming what I mentioned to ncsdave.

Why do you have to keep starting shit over here?

Often the rust is right at the level of the Gasoline that is in the tank.

Saying such is a positive affirmation that we all here on Our tech Board are In Agreement on helping each other out.

And helping out is The Spirit of our Tech Board,...is it not?

[ncdave]

thanks guys. I reached out regarding the new tank. Still looking for affordable options, but a reasonable clean tank interior is a must. Once I have a good look at the original tank, I can assess if brazing/sealing is a good option.

in the meantime. I'll post up a pic once I figure that part out. Given that it's been sitting, all fluid locations will have to be cleaned and/or replaced. it's only 6k miles, but we know low mileage is not a fact of dependability. I plan to replace all hoses, etc. lots of TLC maintenance work to be done to make it road worthy.

[kirbster1966]

Sorry Dave.
I didn’t see your PM until today.
And the system won’t let me replay to you as I haven’t been active here long enough.
I still have the tank. If interested message me again but maybe include your email address or phone number so we can communicate.

[ncdave]

Sorry Dave.
I didn’t see your PM until today.
And the system won’t let me replay to you as I haven’t been active here long enough.
I still have the tank. If interested message me again but maybe include your email address or phone number so we can communicate.

I'm not sure if I got a message from you or not. (yeah...new here.) I'm currently working on getting my original tank reburbished. if that doesn't work as expected, and if you still have the tank, I'll circle back to you.

thanks!

[kirbster1966]

Sounds good.
Thanks!
And sorry I missed your message.