free? aluminum tank

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tgulldave

free? aluminum tank

Post by tgulldave »

Some fire extinguishers are made of aluminum and are already tapered on one end.

I got mine free from a fire extinguisher service.

They test them to something like 260 PSI, so they can fail the test yet be a sound tank for unpressurized use.

I found one that would fit in the back of my J along with the existing 10 gal tank. It holds just under 3 gal.

When I got it, it weighed 7.5 lbs I've got it down to 5.2 lbs by using a lathe to thin the top and bottom walls. I'm in the process of tumbling it to smooth and thin the outer walls.

Still haven't decided whether I will put it in. I really like the way it flies with just 2 gallons of gas.

If I can figure out an easy in/out mounting and plumbing I'll put it in for sure.
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