Fuel tank failures

[dirtbag]

Can anyone advise of a slightly higher quality fuel tank than the standard one that come in the Chinese two stroke kits?
I am on my second tank and they all seem to crack at the weld where the threaded mounting stud comes out.
The first one I thought I may have over tightened
The second one I mounted on the frame using a rubber pad with adhesive and put the bracket on finger tight. It still cracked and left me riding about 5 miles with fuel streaming out on to my pants leg.
I tried to weld the first one but the metal is so thin I kept burning holes in it.
Any help is appreciated so I can get the 'fire cracker' back on the road

Thanks
DB

 

[BigBlue]

How about a moped cafe style tank? They are getting pricey if you can find a decent one.

http://www.1977mopeds.com/product/3204

Unfortunately, 1977s Moped doesn't have any cafe styles in stock.

Good Luck,

Chris
AKA: BigBlue

 

[dirtbag]

A Moped cafe tank is a good idea. I can keep my eys open.

Thanks!

 

[BigBlue]

dirt,

check out these tanks as an alternative:

http://custommotoredbicycles.com/parts_for_motorized_bicycles_8_gas_tanks_petcocks_fuel_line

Good Luck,

Chris
AKA: BigBlue

 

[vermhot]

I took my time and welded all mine up !!!!! I think that's the best you can do with it !!!! Or take it to a place that does auto body work ,they could do it !!!!!