First Build--Board Tracker, almost there

I have to admit I'm jealous. I've been looking for that tank for a while now. I can only find them on parts bikes, and nobody wants to sell me just the tank.
 
the tanks are around, you just have to keep looking. one just went on ebay for 60 dollars about a two weeks ago, so they're not that expensive either. i'll keep my eye out and let you guys know if i find one.
 
the tanks are around, you just have to keep looking. one just went on ebay for 60 dollars about a two weeks ago, so they're not that expensive either. i'll keep my eye out and let you guys know if i find one.

Yeah I've been checking every day basically. I'm contemplating fabricating something out of fiberglass. I'm really close to just making a plug to pull a mold from. I don't have the engine kit yet, but I do have the bike, so I can start on that at least. I'd do it out of metal but I have no welding skills.
 
If you make a fiberglass one it may get eaten out by the gas. The factory tanks that we think are fiberglass are different composates like urathane etc. I have thought of making a mold of my Simplex tank but need to check into ti more.
 
well just an opinion i guess.

No, don't get me wrong. I love what you're doing with your bike and actually want to emulate it. But I'm also assuming that your cost wasn't $3500 like the Derringers. I'm sorry if that came across as an insult. Yours is one of the bikes that really made me want to get into this. I saw it before I even knew about the Derringers and was actually shocked at what they charge.
 
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If you make a fiberglass one it may get eaten out by the gas. The factory tanks that we think are fiberglass are different composates like urathane etc. I have thought of making a mold of my Simplex tank but need to check into ti more.

Boats, planes and old Nortons use fiberglass tanks. They're coated on the inside. It's entirely possible to do. My biggest concern isn't the gas attacking the fiberglasss, but actually the fiberglass cracking from stress. I have to make sure to do extra strength lay ups near the mounting points... If I can't find a tank I like and end up doing it, I'll be sure to take pictures.
 
Derriger pricing?

Guys, I sell a custom framed Model 10 with new Whizzer power, all powder-coated, WorksMan wheels, best of everything for that and a bit less.

Go Figure?

Mike
 
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