In need of a tank.

  • Lazyman06
  • Lazyman06's Avatar Topic Author
  • Offline
  • User
  • User
    Registered
  • Posts: 257
  • Thanks: 3

In need of a tank.

24 Feb 2015 20:56
#662686
Got my tank back from the radiator shop and had forgotten to check it before I sent to have it cleaned. Seems as though the fire had made it swell quite a bit. The tank stops don't even come close to the holders.

Was thinking of going with a LTD style tank but not sure it's going to fit. Anybody have any experience with this?
1979 KZ1000 MK II frame
1980 KZ1000 C3 police engine

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • toolmaker
  • toolmaker's Avatar
  • Offline
  • User
  • User
    Registered
  • Posts: 217
  • Thanks: 19

Re: In need of a tank.

25 Feb 2015 06:06
#662711
Here is one from a KZ900 (not mine)
corvallis.craigslist.org/mpo/4885223324.html
I live near Portland, Oregon and my rider is a '76 KZ900 I bought new. I'm also in the process of restoring another one and a '73 Z1.

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • pete greek1
  • pete greek1's Avatar
  • Offline
  • User
  • User
    Registered
  • Posts: 1510
  • Thanks: 185

Re: In need of a tank.

25 Feb 2015 07:12
#662720
Try posting in the wanted section, of this Forum, maybe some one has one they''ld be willing to sell
Pete
1980 LTD 1000..,1976 LTD 900, have the 1000&900 now. the rest are previous= 1978 KZ 650 B.., 1980 Yamaha XT 500..,1978 Yamaha DT 400.., 1977 Yamaha yz 80..,Honda trail ct 70.., Honda QA 50...5-1/2 hp brigs & straton CAT chopper mini bike...3-1/2 hp mini bike (WHEN GAS WAS ABOUT 45 CENTS A GALLON)!!!!

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • Lazyman06
  • Lazyman06's Avatar Topic Author
  • Offline
  • User
  • User
    Registered
  • Posts: 257
  • Thanks: 3

Re: In need of a tank.

25 Feb 2015 08:08
#662723
Didn't think about that. But I don't want to buy a tank if I'm not sure it's gonna fit :\
1979 KZ1000 MK II frame
1980 KZ1000 C3 police engine

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • martin_csr
  • martin_csr's Avatar
  • Offline
  • User
  • User
    Registered
  • Posts: 8018
  • Thanks: 1645

Re: In need of a tank.

25 Feb 2015 08:45
#662728
What bike/frame is a 79 MK II?
1981 KZ650 Competition Sports and Road

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • Lazyman06
  • Lazyman06's Avatar Topic Author
  • Offline
  • User
  • User
    Registered
  • Posts: 257
  • Thanks: 3

Re: In need of a tank.

25 Feb 2015 13:35
#662758
You'll be surprised what a dead blow, a 2x4 and a big butt will do :D
It's not perfect but it fits....again
1979 KZ1000 MK II frame
1980 KZ1000 C3 police engine

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • Lazyman06
  • Lazyman06's Avatar Topic Author
  • Offline
  • User
  • User
    Registered
  • Posts: 257
  • Thanks: 3

Re: In need of a tank.

25 Feb 2015 13:42
#662759

Attachment TANK.jpg not found

1979 KZ1000 MK II frame
1980 KZ1000 C3 police engine

Attachments:

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • timmythecop
  • timmythecop's Avatar
  • Offline
  • User
  • User
    Registered
  • Posts: 64
  • Thanks: 2

Re: In need of a tank.

25 Feb 2015 14:50
#662764
you can buy this one if it will fit
[img
Can I convince you to paint it flat black?

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • PaintWorkz
  • PaintWorkz's Avatar
  • Offline
  • User
  • User
    Registered
  • Posts: 375
  • Thanks: 69

Re: In need of a tank.

26 Feb 2015 06:46
#662804
I find a lot of Z1 tanks swelled....probably from somebody using compressed air to push out dents. A ratcheting tie down strap wrapped around the tank near the gas cap is a good method for pulling it back in.
www.paintworkz.com

84 Gpz900 street
77 KZ 1325 Turbo Dragbike barnfind
77 1135 KZ900 A5
79 CBX Pro Stock project
82 CBX Nostalgia Pro Stock
78 Z1R-TC AMA & ECTA LSR record holder
96 KZ1000 Police Superbike project
68 750 Enfield Brat project
82 750 Nourish Triumph LSR
Lake Havasu City, AZ
The following user(s) said Thank You: Lazyman06

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • Lazyman06
  • Lazyman06's Avatar Topic Author
  • Offline
  • User
  • User
    Registered
  • Posts: 257
  • Thanks: 3

Re: In need of a tank.

26 Feb 2015 08:06
#662809
Didn't think about that PaintWorkz I'll have to remember that if I run into it again :cheer:
1979 KZ1000 MK II frame
1980 KZ1000 C3 police engine

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

Moderators: Street Fighter LTD
Powered by Kunena Forum