New gas tanks don't have filler tube bracket hole - make one?
I bought a new gas tank and it does not have the factory hole in the side lip to fasten the bracket.
I think it was an lmr video that suggested just squeezing the lip with two washers, but that seems like it would shake off on the first bump.
I'm a little nervous to drill into that lip or try to weld in more metal with a hole in case it would form a leak.
Anyone else install a new tank and come up with a clever solve?
When I changed the tank on my 88 I just left that bracket hang there. Been 10 years now and it seems fine.
Scotty
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Installed several replacement tanks. Drill the hole at the outer edge of the lip and you will be just fine. Good luck
Trey
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Good to hear, thanks!Originally Posted by webestang
Alright, thanks! Appreciate it.
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