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Old 05-24-2012, 07:31 PM
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Once I figured out where the final placement of the fuel cell was, I'd know what I had to do to attach it and have it pass a tech inspection. After pricing fuel cell straps along with shipping cost I decided on buying one inch flat stock at the Tractor Supply. Two 48 inch long flat stock cost about $15- saving me at least $30-.I got lucky as one of the original gas tank braces lined up with one of my straps. I welded 4"X5" 1/8" thick steel to the other gas tank brace to line up for the other strap. 3/8 grade 5 bolts were used.
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