LH Fuel Tanks

[Hipwell]

Hopefully a simple question, is there any variation between Mk1 left hand fuel tanks?

Is it a standard item or any difference between Cooper / non Cooper also any difference in production years.

Thank you!

[dklawson]

There were some changes with Mk1 sedans. Most noteable is that early tanks before the end of 1964 had the bolt-on sending unit. After 1965 they used the tanks with the later sender which secures with the bayonet locking ring.

[bmcman.ie]

a revised sender unit and new metal fixing ring replaced the 6 screw type in and around feb/march 64.

[nick rogers]

A few more details to note :Early tanks had a drain tap. Elves and Hornets had a different neck to suit the shape of the rear wing. The first type of locking ring sender used the same gauge as the 6 screw type. That is, without voltage stabiliser. That sender is pretty rare.

[Hipwell]

Right thank you, I have seen examples of both types.

How long did they use the 1964> type for, into the Mk2 and on?

[smithyrc30]

All the way into Mk3 production until the introduction of the 7.5 gallon tank I think which would have been 1977 or so.

[JC T ONE]

Some export tanks (also RH) had other details - brackets - bolts - strap,s fitted, to insure a safer location.

Sweden is one such place.

[Hipwell]

A few more details to note :Early tanks had a drain tap.

Do they all have a drain on the side...?

[Hipwell]

A few more details to note :Early tanks had a drain tap.

Do they all have a drain on the side...?

Ignore this I had a moment... Got the right tank now though thank guys!