15 Gas Tank

[rustyspoke]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1915-...item19c48d5085

I can't afford it (don't even know if it's a reasonable price or a little inflated), but the pictures are great for reference material to rebuild one with the pieces I have. Just thought I'd let people know this is out there.

[c.o.]

You saw that too did ya? I'm thinking the price is a little inflated. But hey, ya never know what'll sell on e-bay!

[rustyspoke]

I thought it was a bit high. I just love the detailed pics! They are what I needed to see, and raise some questions for me about original tank construction. It almost looks like the pieces that I have were fixed to the main body of the tank with some sort of sealant/adhesive/epoxy?, and not welded on. If I lived just a bit closer I would drive down and look at the tank firsthand.

[jurassic]

i've sold original paint tanks for more than 2 grand,but they were more solid than this one. also this isn't a 1915 tank. 15 had the larger filler spout. this is likely a 13 or 14. and probably not original paint because the originals said hendee manufacturing under the script. plus there appears to be some lead repairs under the decal. it does look like a really old paint job though .

[rustyspoke]

Even better! Since a tank for a 14 is what I have to build. I emailed the guy and asked for some measurements. Have to wait and see if he gets back to me or not...

[LouieMCman]

The ad really doesn't say "original paint", but does say "original" about 12 times...........

[c.o.]

Whoa.... I didn't know these things were trading for that kind of dinero! I'm counting myself as being lucky not to be on the hunt for one!

[Michael.Voice]

I agree with Cory, nice tank, but heavily inflated on price I think from the 'racing' word attached to it. Still, eventually someone either pays the dosh or the price reduces until it finds the market level.