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Re: TR2/3 - gas tank installation

Subject: Re: TR2/3 - gas tank installation
From: Randall Young <randallyoung@earthlink.net>
Date: Thu, 05 Oct 2000 17:44:33 -0700
Cc: triumphs@autox.team.net
References: <200010052259.SAA33242@admmail.uwaterloo.ca>
Angelo :

I used weatherstipping felt under my gas tank many years ago, haven't
had any problems since.  I'm pretty sure it was synthetic (not wool),
and I still see it at the local hardware store.

Gas filler hose is available at most auto parts stores (like NAPA).

Randall
59 TR3A daily driver

Angelo Graham wrote:
> 
> Hello list:
> I recall  a couple of months ago discussions on replacing the "horse-hair"
> padding under the gas tank on the 2/3's. Well, I need this good advice now.
> I have just cleaned and repainted the tank on my 2 and wondering what to
> put under it to replace the felt (?) padding. Thinking of closed foam
> strips about 1/2" thick and 1" wide (domestic weatherstripping). Would this
> be enough thickness to take the compression of the mounting straps?
> Anyone find a replacement  or local source for the rubber filler neck joint
> or union? Hate to send to the big three for one part that I need real soon
> (postage, customs, etc.).
> 
> Many thanks,
> Angelo Graham
> 1955 TR2


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