DocNik Chris99 MarkH RedThree Dolph RicHardy ArchieWetLeg Bunny..................................2012 build, Cracks in both front brackets spotted 2018, Approx 9000 miles. Also, crack between filler swan neck & top of tank. Brooklands Pete..................2014 build, Cracks in both front brackets spotted 2018, Approx 9000 miles [Straps were loose] Planenut..............................2013 build, Cracks in both upper and lower brackets found at 20,500 miles. Straps were loose. KankeL PaulV ................................. 2015, <6000 miles, possibly 2017 tank crack (strong fuel smell in garage), identified 2019 Nippymog........................... 2013 build, crack spotted 2018 at 12k miles
Chocadoodledoo ................2012 model, both brackets noticed cracked two weeks ago at 12,000 mls braces fitted. Strap tension was fine. Vibration is the problem and alloy is prone to cracks, full stop.
Skullmog ..... cracks in both left and right upper brackets.. made new plates and used two part glue that they use to make aluminium chassis! which i ponced off my friendly car body shop.... one strap was loose other tight, they're now both tight
3Gs ..................................2013 with ~2.5k miles.
There have been other cases that are not on this list. I would guess that this problem will be present on most cars and that some preventative maintenance would be a good idea. Tighten retaining straps and reinforce brackets (even if not cracked yet) as a minimum to prevent future tank leaks.
