Geep fuel tank leaking

[Mad Ax]

Hi all

I posted here a little last year when looking at a Geep, I've finally got one - a bargainous swap for my rusty old Mini Cooper.

However I discovered last night that the fuel tank is leaking badly - petrol was pouring out the bottom as I filled it up.

Is the fuel tank a Mk1 escort part? Does anyone know if these are difficult to get hold of? Does anyone still make new tanks, or will I have to try to find a second hand one?

I'm going to whip the tank off at the weekend to see how badly rusted it is, it may well be easier to fit a new tank - provided I can get hold of one.

Thanks in advance for any help

[techsec]

The tanks are either Mk1 or Mk2 Escort Estate or Van tanks.
There is a possibility of someone still making pattern versions but not quite sure who at the moment.
An alternative is to have one made by a bespoke company. I know there are some companies who make tanks in any design out of aluminium.

[trextr7monkey]

I think Hadrian Panels or their stockists can source new items. Not too expensive and better than driving along with the "Towering Inferno" in the back seats.

[Adythewindow]

Escort Mk1 van or estate fuel tanks are available from www.buypartsby.co.uk for the princely sum of £45.50 (I think this may be plus vat and delivery)

[IanA]

Magic !!! I've just bought £26 worth of tank sealant from the Complete Automobilist to stop the dampness on mine turning into a dribble into a flood. Might just pick up a new one, seal that and dump the old one. Alifab will make a custom tank for about £110 which would lift it up away from the rocks, could also be larger- not sure what sender and take-off options are available- possibly not the twist'n'lock standard variety.
Cheers
Ian

[Mad Ax]

Cheers guys

[jon4648]

Replacement tanks - on the Tech site it says you can replace with one from a Mk1 VW Polo.

[okeydokey]

Could have made an offer on mine! Still on car mindst.

[EDZ27]

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