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Message started by Scott_H on 06/07/10 at 13:36:29

Title: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Scott_H on 06/07/10 at 13:36:29

Just going for size/look. I know they both need to be cleaned up and smoothed out.

http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2010/06/07/bikepics-1992726-800.jpg

http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2010/06/07/bikepics-1992728-800.jpg

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by WD on 06/07/10 at 14:52:07

Stock tank is a better fit.

If you have a bike graveyard in the area, try Puch, CZ, Jawa, Husqvarna. Some of the alloy versions almost fit. Some older Honda ATC tanks actually fit, IF you are willing to drill your frame to mount them.

The short square frame backbone really limits your tank options. Sportster tanks are too long to clear the under seat rail widening. Ditto Truimph, BSA, Norton, Matchless, FatBobs, Dyna style one piece Big Twin, Yamaha XS650, etc.

I run an OLD steel dirt track tank, takes a BSA cap and Honda fuel valve. Had to cut off the stock tank mounting lugs from the frame, drill out the neck gusset holes behind the data plate sticker, and through bolt the front tabs with an 84-99 Softail lower tank "bolt".

Wish I knew where my wife has the pics stashed in her "confuser"...

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by ralfyguy on 06/07/10 at 14:52:16

I like #2 better. I just like the stock tank. What muffler is this? I like it. Is it loud?

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by jef.savage on 06/07/10 at 14:54:24

I like the Savage tank. I think it's one of the bike's strong stying points.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Scott_H on 06/07/10 at 15:00:22

Well, who knew?

I was really liking the little one. It is just "perched" on the stock mounts in the pic but I would cut them off if I used it and lower it down a bit. I wasn't really liking the "fat" stock tank on the small bike.

Guess I will re-think.

Thanks for your opinions.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by ralfyguy on 06/07/10 at 15:11:18

Scott what muffler is this?

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Scott_H on 06/07/10 at 15:18:50

2F3C313B243A28245D0 wrote:

Scott what muffler is this?

Sorry I missed your question,

It's a $20 glass pak I got on eBay. Just had it welded on and they put it on 180* wrong (bracket is on the outside, not the inside)

As you can see from the pics, my bike is in lots of pieces right now and is not running so I don't have any idea how it sounds.

I'm pretty sure it is the same one that is in this post:

http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1273940315

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Savage_Amusement on 09/21/10 at 07:11:28

I think the smaller tank would look decent if it were down more. My tank sits up higher than the stock one and I love it. I can get to everything, even the spark plug with out having to pull the tank off.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by BarneyBWilde on 09/21/10 at 08:44:46

7F534E52594E4F48534E590F0C0C0C3C0 wrote:

Hey dude, you got any pictures of your bike? I would really like to check it out!

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Scott_H on 09/21/10 at 08:49:29

No updated pics right now. Basically it looks like the above pic with the black tank. It has new tires & brakes and I have put the handlebar controls back on. Still working on the wiring and getting the seat mounted.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by BarneyBWilde on 09/21/10 at 09:02:46

5E0C5F47505550340 wrote:

Did you use a impact screw driver to get the handlebar controls off? I have been trying to adjust mine but the bolt where the allen head is has been givin me hell. Any Suggestions?

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Scott_H on 09/21/10 at 09:11:42

6B485B474C506B7E40454D4C290 wrote:

[quote author=5E0C5F47505550340 link=1275942990/0#9 date=1285084169]No updated pics right now. Basically it looks like the above pic with the black tank. It has new tires & brakes and I have put the handlebar controls back on. Still working on the wiring and getting the seat mounted.

Did you use a impact screw driver to get the handlebar controls off? I have been trying to adjust mine but the bolt when the allen has been givin me hell. Any Suggestions?[/quote]

My bike is old and very crusty. It looks to have been dropped on both sides numerous times by the previous owner. I have had to use penetrating oil and an impact screwdriver/wrench on almost every fastener I have encountered. A lot of then have stripped and I have had to have couple machined out. Not fun!

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by LANCER on 09/21/10 at 11:10:34

I like the smaller orange tank

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by FrankYoungWolf on 09/21/10 at 16:54:36

I like the smaller Orange tank just looks old school and really neat.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Demin on 09/22/10 at 05:18:43

I like the orange tank.But I'm a little partial to Frisco mounted tanks anyway.Old style Sporty tank on this one.
http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2008/05/23/bikepics-1298489-800.jpg

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Savage_Amusement on 09/22/10 at 06:36:49

Not even close to being remotely done.
Don't mind the bag, I put that on for long hauls. She is dirty, was a 340ish mile trip that day. 1975 Sporty Tank.
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs259.snc4/40276_457383950916_652020916_6301651_1013215_n.jpg

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by jef.savage on 09/22/10 at 07:59:16

Even though I already voted for the stock tank I've changed my mind. I like the orange tank. And I like it just as it is, kinda beat up and orange.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Scott_H on 09/22/10 at 17:46:01

Problem with the orange tank is the HUGE dent in the opposite side. I'm going to see if I can get it fixed. So, I'm sticking with the stock tank just for a little while.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Scott_H on 09/22/10 at 17:46:44

I really like the Sporty tanks but I was trying to think of something a little different.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Demin on 09/23/10 at 04:52:50

I hear ya.When I did mine there weren't any/very many.But with the backbone on the Savage you're pretty much limited.I'm eventually going to redo the backbone on one of mine.I have the same tank Lancer has on his bike.Wasn't trying to copy his.I bought the tank for another build but sold it.I also have an old coffin tank,but it's a little long for the stock frame.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Savage_Amusement on 09/23/10 at 08:03:39

Yup that's about the only reason I went with it because I knew it would seat how I wanted with the least amount of effort. Not to mention it was on sale. I cut out the stock cap bung and put in an Aircraft style cap though because I went to school for Aviation and worked for an FBO so it was to remind me of those days.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Demin on 09/23/10 at 20:06:34

I graduated school for aviation about a year ago,and no luck finding work.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Savage_Amusement on 09/24/10 at 06:34:38

04050D090E600 wrote:

I graduated school for aviation about a year ago,and no luck finding work.

Hence why I said WORKED lol.. I got out of that JOKE of a career. Stupid towel heads ruined my life so thanks for that. I work in Engineering now, so I guess it isn't all bad. I wasn't about to keep moving around chasing a job market that just keep getting worse.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Scott_H on 09/24/10 at 07:11:24

Played with trying to figure out how to mount the orange tank last night. Its a "no go". Guess I might need to stick with a sporty tank after all.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Savage_Amusement on 09/24/10 at 07:20:07

3B693A22353035510 wrote:

Played with trying to figure out how to mount the orange tank last night. Its a "no go". Guess I might need to stick with a sporty tank after all.

Could add tabs to the frame and tank.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Scott_H on 09/24/10 at 08:55:09

103C213D362120273C213660636363530 wrote:

[quote author=3B693A22353035510 link=1275942990/15#23 date=1285337484]Played with trying to figure out how to mount the orange tank last night. Its a "no go". Guess I might need to stick with a sporty tank after all.

Could add tabs to the frame and tank.[/quote]

True, but I'm not a welder and I really want to get this thing finished and on the road.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by MotoBuddha on 11/29/10 at 21:46:52

The old tank, just like it is. In fact, I'm thinking about old '60s chrome sided tanks that are pointy in front and fatter in the back.

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by Boofer on 11/29/10 at 23:34:23

6B78757F607E6C60190 wrote:

Scott what muffler is this?

Ralfy and others, FYI. I've had people tell me the Cherry Bomb we grew up with is no longer available. It is available From Maremont who bought the company. They are cheap and a couple come in 1 3/4" inlet. Of course, I doubt they come in chrome. Google "Maremont" and keep clicking on the red muffs. Some on here have glasspacks painted different colors. IHTH

Title: Re: Your thoughts on these two tanks
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 11/30/10 at 07:27:19

Ive seen dent fixin stuff for rent at the rental places. PLayin with GAS tanks requires some serious prep work. GAS makes loud noises & hurts peolpe if not dealt with right.