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| LESVOSD110 Member Since: 19 Aug 2009 Location: South Africa Posts: 241   
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Has anyone fitted the 45L rear arch tank from Britpart.Are they made well?It seems straight forward to fit or am I wrong.I'm hoping that the main tank does not have to come out to fit the filler tube. Puma 110 SW
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3rd Apr 2011 6:58pm |
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| LESVOSD110 Member Since: 19 Aug 2009 Location: South Africa Posts: 241
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It may be a Frontrunner product. Puma 110 SW
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3rd Apr 2011 7:05pm |
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| BigMike Member Since: 13 Jul 2010 Location: Lancashire Posts: 2253 
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Really? I thought All Makes imported front runner along with flatdog? Didnt think Britpart had a deal with front runner
Have you looked at the safari equipment tanks? www.safari-equip.co.uk |
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3rd Apr 2011 7:08pm |
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| leeds Member Since: 28 Dec 2009 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 8578
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That is listed as being suitable for
Be very careful here. It also depends on the tyres you run as well! We have a 96 110 300TDi on 255/85/R16 M/T. Have run this with a wing tank and these tyres for many years. The tyres OR mud etc on tyres just touch the tank on full articulation. Evidence is a small scuff mark on the arch tank. On our 09 110 Puma on same tyre we fitted the same tank. A visual inspection showed that the bottom leading edge of the arch tank would foul the tread on the tyres. NOT good news if at speed the tyre tread was caught by the tank. Something would go bang when the tyre got caught. Safari Equip had to alter design of arch tank for Pumas. So if getting the Britpart one ensure they state that it is compatible with your tyre size. Fitting the wing tank should be relatively straight forward. Best done on a 4 post ramp with wheel off HTH Brendan |
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3rd Apr 2011 7:12pm |
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| LESVOSD110 Member Since: 19 Aug 2009 Location: South Africa Posts: 241
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Britpart sell frontrunner roof racks.I may be wrong about the tanks,but looking into it.Yes,I've looked at the SE ones. Puma 110 SW
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3rd Apr 2011 7:15pm |
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| leeds Member Since: 28 Dec 2009 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 8578
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The Safari Equip ones can be made from aluminium mild steel or stainless steel.
There is no after market fuel tank guard for a wing tank. Safari Equip will double bottom them for you on request giving a 4 mm(?) bottom. Extra cost with double bottom is about £40 I believe. If you need any help with the Safari Equip gear give me a shout as I am only 2 miles away from them Brendan |
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3rd Apr 2011 7:21pm |
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| LESVOSD110 Member Since: 19 Aug 2009 Location: South Africa Posts: 241
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I run 235/85/16 and not going any larger so should not have rubbing problems. Puma 110 SW 90 V8 SOFT TOP |
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3rd Apr 2011 7:21pm |
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| LESVOSD110 Member Since: 19 Aug 2009 Location: South Africa Posts: 241
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Thanks.You know were you should be,,,,,  ........ :rolllaugh:Cheers Brendan Puma 110 SW
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3rd Apr 2011 7:24pm |
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| leeds Member Since: 28 Dec 2009 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 8578
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Difference in tyre diameter between a 255/85/16 and a 235/85/16 is 34mm or 17mm on radius.
I would say that the smaller tyre would have cleared the old style SE wing tank but I would still check with Britpart to make sure as you are so far away. It is better to ask questions first and try to avoid potential problems Brendan |
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3rd Apr 2011 7:30pm |
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| leeds Member Since: 28 Dec 2009 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 8578
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Do not worry that side of life is being well looked after! Also we have our own plans in about two weeks time 
Brendan |
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3rd Apr 2011 7:32pm |
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| LESVOSD110 Member Since: 19 Aug 2009 Location: South Africa Posts: 241
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I will check with them. Puma 110 SW
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3rd Apr 2011 7:33pm |
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| jst Member Since: 14 Jan 2008 Location: Taunton Posts: 7688 
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i have a 45L (ish) tank from Brendan, i must admit to not fitting it yet, but its for a Puma with the afroementioned 255.85s and i asked for it to be made to make sure it wouldn't foul the tyres. Its certainly well made and good value for money too. As my trip this year is on hold (of a sorts) the rush to fit it has passed. Cheers
James 110 XS Utility 130 Puma Station wagon/camper (in the making) 90 Puma Hardtop |
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3rd Apr 2011 9:14pm |
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| Marius Member Since: 21 Dec 2010 Location: South Africa Posts: 231 
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Might not be of help. I have the Big Countryone here is South Africa. The guy pointed out the differences between Big Country and Frontrunner. Frontrunner is 45l and thus it's too far out (Too much volume). Rubbing happens on the wheels. His tank is 40 l but also the side exposed is arched, not straight. My 2CW.
Last edited by Marius on 4th Apr 2011 9:15am. Edited 1 time in total |
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4th Apr 2011 6:53am |
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| Schulli Member Since: 29 Mar 2011 Location: Bush Posts: 6  
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Marius,
Do you have a Link to that product? I can't find it on their webpage. Thanks Schulli |
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4th Apr 2011 7:40am |
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