Replacement fuel tanks for Striper 2301wa outboard power.

[Ehtozee]

Hi! I'm looking to DIY replace the fuel tank in my 2004 Striper 2301wa OB. I've already tried contacting the original tank manufactures of the original poly tank that is in the boat, no response, maybe out of business. I want to replace it with an aluminum tank. Does anyone know where I can find the specs for the original tank in my boat? Ive looked everywhere online i can think of. (So if don't have to take it out to find out..... I'd love to be able to juat pull the tank and replace it right away.) And does anyone know a canadian manufacturer who supplies aftermarket tanks that would have the specs? Or a company on the island that makes aluminum tanks? Preferably mid-island region. Thanks in advance! (Ps. I think I want aluminum over stainless just for the cost)

 

[Brando]

Have you tried contacting sea swirl? They should have dimensions assuming they’re still in business? If that’s a dead end just pull the tank and expect to wait 1-2weeks for a new tank.

 

[saanauk]

You may try contacting this company in Bellingham Washington. They may be able to provide the dimensions for you. https://coastlinemarinetanks.com/
They build a lot of aluminum fuel tanks.

 

[brutus]

https://www.facebook.com/share/191MsJz3MB/?mibextid=wwXIfr, just saved this of MP

 

[Rayvon]

Hi! I'm looking to DIY replace the fuel tank in my 2004 Striper 2301wa OB. I've already tried contacting the original tank manufactures of the original poly tank that is in the boat, no response, maybe out of business. I want to replace it with an aluminum tank. Does anyone know where I can find the specs for the original tank in my boat? Ive looked everywhere online i can think of. (So if don't have to take it out to find out..... I'd love to be able to juat pull the tank and replace it right away.) And does anyone know a canadian manufacturer who supplies aftermarket tanks that would have the specs? Or a company on the island that makes aluminum tanks? Preferably mid-island region. Thanks in advance! (Ps. I think I want aluminum over stainless just for the cost)

Why are you wanting to replace your tank? In my experience the poly tanks last much longer than aluminum.

 

[Ehtozee]

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Why are you wanting to replace your tank? In my experience the poly tanks last much longer than aluminum.

I agree. But the top of the tank original poly tank is not that well engineered. And it's 20+ years old. Low spot where the filler and breather come in, where water pools. One of the bolt holes for the pickup is corroded and totally stripped. (So if only have 3 bolts holding it in, the 4th just spins) I installed a new pickup and all the tank gaskets 2 yeara ago, but I still worry about them leaking, Ive had water in my fuel. The seal on the deck access panel is decent but you do get condensation under there dripping on the tank and I worry about getting more water in the tank. That's why and that's my concern.

 

[salmonkiller01]

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I agree. But the top of the tank original poly tank is not that well engineered. And it's 20+ years old. Low spot where the filler and breather come in, where water pools. One of the bolt holes for the pickup is corroded and totally stripped. (So if only have 3 bolts holding it in, the 4th just spins) I installed a new pickup and all the tank gaskets 2 yeara ago, but I still worry about them leaking, Ive had water in my fuel. The seal on the deck access panel is decent but you do get condensation under there dripping on the tank and I worry about getting more water in the tank. That's why and that's my concern.

Good call. If the tank is out whiskey creek marine can build you one Worth a call, having the tank out will allow a perfect fit