Aluminum fuel tank group buy!!!

[richw3533]

If everyone has not had a chance to see the aluminum fuel cell yet, check out the thread about the one I made for my R1 project. If you have seen it already, then you had a look at what the regular aluminum fuel cell is going to look like for the raptor 700.

The new tank will hold 4 gallons of fuel in it with the pump in.  If you want the 5 gallon tank it will require the use of the external pump and eliminate the internal pump.  This tank does fit under the stock plastics and does not require to change any other part of the bike such as steering stem.  If you buy the 4 gallon tank and use the stock fuel pump, yes the fuel light still works.  If you buy the 5 gallon tank, we are working on the fuel light situation.

I met with the machine shop that is going to be making my filler necks that are to be welded to the tank to take place for the stock filler cap. I have worked out a deal to have them cut 45 of them. Here is the problem though. If I only have him make up to 5 of them the cost will make the sale of the tank $575 + shipping. If I can get enough orders to cover at least 35 of them, then I will be able to cover the cost for the last 10. If I can also get the first 35 sold then the cost for them will only be $500 + shipping. Any thing over the 35, the cost drops to $450 + shipping. The welding shop said if I can sell 60 or more of them the cost will go to $400 + shipping.

I will make three to start with. One for my red raptor, and the other two will go to two certain individuals for testing and reviews. All of the pictures and reviews will be posted for all to see.

So here is what I propose, I had two thoughts on this.

1. Do a group buy and make the list for 35 tanks, that way we can get the cost down from get go. I will put this same thread in all five of the forums. This way we can hope to get them filled right away. So if I do a group buy the price will be $500 +shipping. If the list goes over and the price drops, if you paid more than $450 you will be reimbursed the $50 unless you want it put towards the shipping.

2. Do a list and you pay what you pay. If you are the first on the list you pay $575 + shipping, and if you are the 36th on the list you pay $450 + shipping.

Me personally, I would like to do a group by of 45, get the cost down and we all get great tanks cheaper.

There will be a $200 deposit for the tanks. This is mandated by the welder so he can order in supplies. Forms of payment that are excepted will be paypal(you also pay fees), money order, and bank check. We might even be able to use credit cards if there is enough guys.

I will start taking names for tanks right now, but I will not be taking deposits until Friday June 20th. If you would like to pay in full you can

For those who do not usually buy after market parts like this, this pricing is for the tank only.  If you would like a complete setup, I will accommodate those orders but you will have to pay for the added parts and labor that are required.

Paypal is richw3533@comcast.net

Mail in is:
Rich Wilkins
P.O. Box 201
Fairhaven,  MA 02719

        Name / deposit / paid in full / shipped / site

1. POUNDSAND / yes / yes / no / Raptor Refuge
2. fire raptor / no / no /  no / Raptor forum
3. fire raptor / no / no /  no / Raptor Source (he wants 2 of them)
4. high octane junkie / no / no /  no / Raptor Refuge
5. SEVEN00 / no / no / no / Modded Raptor
6. james04 / yes / yes / no / Raptor forum
7. dynomite / yes / yes / no / Raptor Refuge
8. BajaBird / no / no / no / Raptor Forum
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[preddy08]

Does the plastic cover the tank?

[Livingmylife93]

What are the advantages?

[Krandall]

What are the advantages?

I don't know off hand, but what is the current capacity of the stock tank?

And I'm pretty sure 4 Gallons is a lot more than stock.

[socalrappy700]

Does the plastic cover the tank?

yes it does.  He says it does in his post.

[Flynbyu]

What are the advantages?

I don't know off hand, but what is the current capacity of the stock tank?

And I'm pretty sure 4 Gallons is a lot more than stock.

Stock tank has a 2.9 gallon capacity.

~Brian

[Krandall]

dang it rich... We need some pics!!!!

[socalrappy700]

What are the advantages?

I don't know off hand, but what is the current capacity of the stock tank?

And I'm pretty sure 4 Gallons is a lot more than stock.

Stock tank has a 2.9 gallon capacity.

~Brian

damn, beat me to it.

[socalrappy700]

dang it rich... We need some pics!!!!

I see pics.   

[Colorado700R]

dang it rich... We need some pics!!!!

There are pictures posted!!

[Krandall]

What are the advantages?

I don't know off hand, but what is the current capacity of the stock tank?

And I'm pretty sure 4 Gallons is a lot more than stock.

Stock tank has a 2.9 gallon capacity.

~Brian

damn, beat me to it.

Brian = Ninja





*edit*

I mean pics of it with the plastic on.....

[richw3533]

Does the plastic cover the tank?

Yes it does!!!!!!!

[richw3533]

What are the advantages?

Longer range!!!

[socalrappy700]

I like the gas cap, but does it breath like a stock one does?  And can you tip it up on end without it leaking? 

[richw3533]

What are the advantages?

I don't know off hand, but what is the current capacity of the stock tank?

And I'm pretty sure 4 Gallons is a lot more than stock.

Stock tank has a 2.9 gallon capacity.

~Brian

damn, beat me to it.

Brian = Ninja





*edit*

I mean pics of it with the plastic on.....

I will do my best to get pictures tonight of it under plastic.  I have only one I took before but it is vague.