If I had to do over my tank , I would make the larger tank like David Read did . I think his is 40 gallons ? No need for wing tanks , pumps , extra hoses etc .
RB
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| Author: | Pacer 20 [ Wed Aug 14, 2013 9:20 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Tank for sale. |
I search for a new or a very good serviceable T-18 fuel tank. Keep me posted. Thanks. |
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| Author: | Lou [ Fri Aug 16, 2013 12:32 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
Check with Mike and Richard first, see what they have going on in the way of tanks or parts. If you can’t come up with something I can do one up. |
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| Author: | Pacer 20 [ Fri Aug 16, 2013 7:38 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
Thanks Lou. Do you have the info about Mike. For Richards I have is number. Via my PM if you prefer. Et voila'!!! |
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| Author: | leewwalton [ Fri Aug 16, 2013 10:02 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
Both Richard and Mike's contact info is on the main page of the forum under "Our Suppliers" |
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| Author: | Pacer 20 [ Fri Aug 16, 2013 4:46 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
Thanks. I found the info and I send the e-mail to Mike. |
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| Author: | Rich Brazell [ Fri Aug 16, 2013 10:04 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
If I had to do over my tank , I would make the larger tank like David Read did . I think his is 40 gallons ? No need for wing tanks , pumps , extra hoses etc . RB
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| Author: | Pacer 20 [ Fri Aug 16, 2013 11:04 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
Rich. I have a good idea. I buy your standard fuel tank and after is the perfect timming for you to install the 40 gallons drum on your plane! Deal or No Deal... |
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| Author: | Rich Brazell [ Fri Aug 16, 2013 11:22 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
Thierry : My tank is staying right where it is . You have the perfect opportunity to upgrade from the standard tank to an extended range tank . I know Mike and Richard don't make the larger tank , but Lou ....? Lou is an outstanding welder ! This might be an area that does not infringe on Mike or Richard with regard to copyright laws . When I was building , I looked at the standard tank and thought there might be a way to increase the size of the tank ? David Read did that . RB
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| Author: | dickwolff [ Sat Aug 17, 2013 8:44 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
Bearing in mind, of course, that the Read Tank also requires a modern panel to free up the space for more fuel. |
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| Author: | Rich Brazell [ Sat Aug 17, 2013 4:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
Dick : This is true , but I think Thierry is in a good position with the old tank out . Not sure what type avionics he had in the old panel , but now would be a good time for an upgrade in that area also if needed so he could install a larger tank . I just like the idea of a larger main tank as opposed to the wing/drop tanks . RB
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| Author: | James Grahn [ Sat Aug 17, 2013 5:50 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
I do too. Depending on motor and prop selection, of course. The W n B could be a bit out of control for a big motor with CS. Cubes |
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| Author: | Pacer 20 [ Sat Aug 17, 2013 9:37 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
I have a 0-320 engine. No prop at this time. I have the possibility to install a CS prop but is heavy. I have 3 different prop in my target. -Cato -Composite Sensenich -Ed Sterba 40 gallons in the front... I have to check the W and B. Maybe to nose heavy??? I have to rebuilt all my wing centre section. Wet wings is not my best option. I like the external fuel tanks but the 5mph speed lost is my trouble. I know is the time to take a decision and make some modification because when I finish this project I don't want in 2 years to re-open all the panel and install other stuff inside my T18! What is the best way, stay with the original fuel design or.... |
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| Author: | Rich Brazell [ Sat Aug 17, 2013 10:55 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
Cubes is right . CS will add a butt load of weight to the nose , even with a composite CS. Round numbers I found are... Metal CS around 40 + pounds . Metal fixed pitched 30 + pounds AD prop 13 pounds . RB
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| Author: | Lou [ Sat Aug 17, 2013 11:41 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
If you want more fuel I think that a “Read tank” Is the way to go but 40 gal may be over shooting the mark by four to six gallons. Hold a standard 29 gallon tank in your hands, damn that’s a lot of gas. If SOMEBODY wants to go to the trouble to start building more than one XL center tank then it would be a very good idea for you/us/Mr. Read to kick this around a bit and come up with a consensus on just what is the perfect size. Obviously David’s experience will be most valuable. There is a lot of work that goes into building one of these things and it does nobody any good to have a bunch of different sizes of tanks floating around out there. A new tank pretty much means new tooling of some sort. For me, sure I could use more range as I’m being lured deeper into the mid west for flying and BBQ but for now I’m focusing on less weight and less drag. Lou |
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| Author: | Pacer 20 [ Sun Aug 18, 2013 7:46 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Tank for sale. |
40 gallons is lot of weight. Around 240 pounds on the nose versus the standard 175 pounds. Around 36 gallons is better for me. I know I have no reason to full the 40 gallons tank each time I flew the plane but is lot of weight... Ok guys wath is the best way to contact MR long range? Merci! |
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