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Old 16-09-2021, 08:49 AM   #1
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Get a metal tank...
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Old 16-09-2021, 03:17 PM   #2
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Get a metal tank...
That's a good idea but begs the question...where from? I could only find one or two places that could possibly make a replica of the original tank.

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Old 16-09-2021, 03:59 PM   #3
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Get a metal tank...
I have been quoted £1 - £1.5 k for an aluminium hand made one that would need paint too so expensive..
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Old 16-09-2021, 07:25 PM   #4
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I have been quoted £1 - £1.5 k for an aluminium hand made one that would need paint too so expensive..
Who quoted that? The one's I've seen are somewhat more so man maths could be used for my S2r...
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Old 17-09-2021, 08:40 AM   #6
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Is the same true for storing metal tanks over the winter in therms of drying it out ?

I know it won't expand but it may rust due to water in ethanol
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