On 9/25/06, JordanVw@aol.com <JordanVw@aol.com> wrote: > > > basically we are talking about cutting the gas tank open on the top at the > perimeter of the "saddle" depression, and welding in new metal to replace > the > area of the "saddle" (that vw should have eliminated with the demise of > the > aircooled vanagon), therefore increasing fuel capacity of the stock 2wd > tank.
Chris, That would eliminate the need for the (expen$ive) Crossover Pipe. You'ld have to seal those holes too. POR15 has a fuel tank sealer kit to anti-rust the new metal and welds.. Great Idea!! -- John Meeks Vanagon Rescue Squad http://www.vanagonauts.com/Vanagon_Rescue_Squad74.htm '91 Multivan, '85 GL Top o' Northern Michigan KC8ZFN |
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