New steel tanks

shrugger · Apr 24, 2011

The filler is straight. It's the camera angle. :wink:
Had I known at the time that Andover had tanks again I most certainly would have gone there first.

Bulldogge · Apr 26, 2011

Bulldogge said:
Any one order an aluminum tank from Norvil that can provide feedback on its quality?

065364 TANK - PETROL - INTERSTATE - ALUMINIUM http://www.norvilmotorcycle.co.uk/065364.htm

thx

I received a response on the above tank.

Where are the tanks made?

"The tanks are made in Northern Ireland."

Are they the same dimension's as the original Interstate tanks?

"They are the same dimensions - but they have a monza cap - not a truck cap"

What would the shipping be to Canada?

"Usually around the £100 mark as it has to go by volume rather than weight"

Bulldogge · Apr 26, 2011

Newbie question - what advantage would a aluminum tank have over a steel one?

Bulldogge · Apr 26, 2011

Bulldogge said:
Newbie question - what advantage would a aluminum tank have over a steel one?

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Ron L said:
Steel vs. Aluminum

Steel

Pro- Stronger than aluminum and less dent prone
Pro- less prone to vibration cracking (work hardening)
Pro - available as used OEM or new reproduction in certain models

Con - Will rust inside if condensation allowed
Con - Heavier than aluminum
Con - Less of a Bling factor than polished aluminum

Aluminum

Pro - Lighter than steel
Pro - That cool, racy look when polished
Pro - Won't rust

Con - Dents easily
Con - More work to keep that polished look
Con - Only available as reproductions and quality varies
Con - Aluminum is a relatively reactive metal so corrodes relatively easily.

My $0.02

DonOR · Apr 27, 2011

Last year I replaced my glass tank with a steel one made by those pakistani kids. maybe if they made more than 50¢ a day, the tanks would be closer to the originals. So if you're going for a concours result forget it, but I ride the bike as much as I can and I am satisfied with it (and easy to please). It holds gas. I was able to get a decent enuf spray can paint job done-after only three attempts, hehe. Since I bought it "barely used", altogether I'm sure I spent less than $400, with paint, stickers, and some new petcocks from Old Britts.

Surfdog · Apr 27, 2011

Don!!
Nice Avatar, very good my man.
Glad to hear the tank worked out for you.
I knew it did/would. But the way you put it, is so good to hear put that way and I can attest to your accuracy.
Could be a Big Island trip coming up over the next year so, and we'll have to hook up for a brew or two.

Joe dog

DonOR · Apr 27, 2011

Joe, that tank was a windfall, many thanks... don't hesitate to lmk when you'll be around, the pau hana's on me!
Wow, I just looked at your commando link, really, really nice. what kinda rear sets are those?
cheers Don

Engie · Apr 27, 2011

In the UK, many places making/distributing them. Here are some places that I considered

http://www.btinternet.com/~hawkshaw.motorcycles/index.html

http://www.tabclassics.com/

http://www.thetankshop.com/

http://www.burtonbikebits.net/Tanks.htm

I bought a steel roadster tank from Hawkshaw, perhaps Indian in origin, and it seems pretty good, I haven't fully tested it yet and he does not seem to be advertising them anymore

Onder · Apr 27, 2011

Did your query go to Andover or to Les at Norvil? Im wondering if his
tanks are offered off his own bat, not "genuine" from Andover.
Im not mad with anybody on this issue, just trying to find a tank
that looks like it should, works the same.

Bulldogge · Apr 27, 2011

Onder said:
Did your query go to Andover or to Les at Norvil? Im wondering if his
tanks are offered off his own bat, not "genuine" from Andover.
Im not mad with anybody on this issue, just trying to find a tank
that looks like it should, works the same.

My questions were answered by Jan @ Norvil.

britbike220 · Apr 27, 2011

I think the tank Shrugger got is pretty darn nice for a repop. What was the cost?

Bulldogge · Apr 27, 2011

Up for auction on Ebay:
Original Steel Interstate Gas Tank Norton Commando 56 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Orig...rcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1e632a9e85

shrugger · Apr 27, 2011

It was $500 give or take after Canadian conversion. Should really be better for that much. But I think I'll keep it.

AntrimMan · Apr 28, 2011

Bulldogge said:
Up for auction on Ebay:
Original Steel Interstate Gas Tank Norton Commando 56 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Orig...rcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1e632a9e85

dear good Lord, that is amazing, it's not even perfect and it's $810.- with 3 days to go.

bwolfie · Apr 28, 2011

it's not the only one out there.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Norton-commando-p ... 4aaab8ba08

shrugger · Apr 28, 2011

People and thier tax returns are quickly parted. :shock:

bwolfie · Apr 29, 2011

shrugger said:
People and thier tax returns are quickly parted. :shock:

Mine purchased a pure bread Yellow Lab puppy and paid down the mortgage. I think a new tank would have been nice but the wife might not agree!

AntrimMan · May 1, 2011

sufferin cats that tank on the ebay is now at $920. Someone just has to have it.
Of particular note is the absence of any "down the filler" photo shots.
It may be less that pretty inside.
Just what is the attraction?
What will the winner do when his "medicine" wears off?
And what about his wife, suppose she finds out?

interstateOz · May 1, 2011

I was the one that actually bought the tank, here in Oz the interstate steel tanks are really hard to get and worth about $1000 for an old one that needs paint and fixing. I had issues with my fibreglass tank which i still have not had time to fix yet so in the mean time il be using this baby to get me back on the road. Ive bought a steel roadster tank from the same seller once before and the tank was immaculate, exactly as stated. Overall im happy with the buy as these tanks are getting rare as especially a new one that hasnt been used, and the wifes ok

!

MarshalNorton · May 2, 2011

Oz is right what good is a Norton w/o a gas tank?
Gotta do what ya gotta do.
First ride will make a man forget about the price tag. :mrgreen:
Marshal

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