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Post by HOTRODPRIMER on Dec 17, 2016 9:09:44 GMT -8
Does anyone reproduce the feash water container that fit's in the cabinet with the spigot tap to the original,this is missing in both my '56 & '57. This is a photo of the '56. Danny  |
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Post by kathleenc on Dec 17, 2016 16:51:19 GMT -8
Mine still has the tank, but I'm pretty sure I won't be using it for drinkable water anyway. I was wondering if one of those 2-gallon water jugs would fit - does the spigot fit through the cabinet opening? I haven't tried this by the way.
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Post by vikx on Dec 17, 2016 23:15:18 GMT -8
Mine are metal and in fair shape. I wouldn't want to drink water out of ANY tank, brand new or not... Here's Pix:   |
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Post by Ten on Dec 18, 2016 8:21:35 GMT -8
You could always find a company to custom-fit a new plastic tank to the space in the cupboard. The only hard part then would be sourcing the spigot...depending of course on how true you wanted to stay to the original.
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Post by msgoehring on Dec 18, 2016 10:13:14 GMT -8
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Post by HOTRODPRIMER on Dec 18, 2016 13:04:04 GMT -8
You could always find a company to custom-fit a new plastic tank to the space in the cupboard. The only hard part then would be sourcing the spigot...depending of course on how true you wanted to stay to the original. I'm not a hard core restorer but like the idea of having the water tank in the cabinet,If I can find a original I will modify it internally with a liner to use it for potable water. I like the basic ideas of keeping the vintage look and feel but I also like to modify things to improve there usefulness,kinda like my hot rods,I like the original look but want better performance. If any of you decide to remove the original tank I am interested in purchasing it. Danny |
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Post by mobiltec on Dec 19, 2016 18:17:15 GMT -8
VTS has different size blank tanks and you can have them put holes anywhere you want with or without fittings. Or just order the blank and do it yourself.
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Post by HOTRODPRIMER on Dec 20, 2016 7:28:24 GMT -8
VTS has different size blank tanks and you can have them put holes anywhere you want with or without fittings. Or just order the blank and do it yourself. Thanks Larry,that would work if they have a size close to the original tank. I would appreciate someone taking the measurements of your original tank. Danny |
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Post by kathleenc on Dec 20, 2016 10:22:20 GMT -8
I have an original tank but can't get to it until Saturday. Happy to take pictures and measurements for you!
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Post by HOTRODPRIMER on Dec 20, 2016 11:02:50 GMT -8
I have an original tank but can't get to it until Saturday. Happy to take pictures and measurements for you! There is no hurry,thank you very much. Danny |
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Post by mobiltec on Dec 20, 2016 13:50:26 GMT -8
VTS has different size blank tanks and you can have them put holes anywhere you want with or without fittings. Or just order the blank and do it yourself. Thanks Larry,that would work if they have a size close to the original tank. I would appreciate someone taking the measurements of your original tank. Danny Just measure the cabinet space and order accordingly.. |
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