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XAJAYX
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fuel tanks

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im looking for a new fuel tank for my 1978 GLS 1.6carb.
any idear where i can pick one up for a good price?
im sure its just a mk1golf tank right??


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Yep - mk1 golf tank fits, I think GSF sell them.


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XAJAYX
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duder! so im in for a straight swap then?


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yup, straight swap. Careful dropping the rear axle, the four studs that it is secured too can shear -nightmare!


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Ryan wrote:Yep - mk1 golf tank fits, I think GSF sell them.
Remember the GSF tanks havnt got a non return flap like the original ones so hard cornering can result in fuel spillage! depends how you drive :yup:


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