They are available from non-US vendors.:-( There was a used one on Samba recently for $600. Ian from SA (who had made and sold SS auxiliary tanks last year) mention willingness to sell reconditioned 85 liter tanks. Shipping is going to suck unless he gets a group buy together.:-(

BenT
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On May 12, 2013, at 9:09 AM, Todd Last <rubatoguy@COMCAST.NET> wrote:

> Does anyone know if the larger capacity fuel tanks are still available?
> They were spendy, but added, I think, 3 gallons more.
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Steve Cotsford" <cotsford@AOL.COM>
> To: "List, Vanagon Mailing" <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> Sent: Sunday, May 12, 2013 6:30:59 AM
> Subject: Aftermarket replacement fuel tanks.
> 
> Has anyone replaced their fuel tank with one of the aftermarket tanks I see from various suppliers. I have seen for for as little as $98, shipping not included. I guess they are made in China and do not have the innards the same as the oem.
> I am considering replacing mine as a precautionary measure, If not now, when I do my planned engine swap.
> 
> Thanks, Steve