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So is it just the early models that have this problem? or, as our later models start to be considered early models?
Rodger
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So is it just the early models that have this problem? No, I reckon that all 3 wheelers will develop this fault unless the owner keeps a very close eye on the strap tensions.
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Add me to this list; tiny crack on starboard tank forward mount on a 2013 with ~2.5k miles.
I had both sides reinforced and re-welded while it was apart.
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So is it just the early models that have this problem? No, I reckon that all 3 wheelers will develop this fault unless the owner keeps a very close eye on the strap tensions. Note to self: annual check of fuel tank and straps before winter
Rodger
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PaulV ................................. <6000 miles Late 2015
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.
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Ian
Morgan Family 1929 ( KTW 1100cc )
Morgan S/S 1934
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doing bevel box noticed 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.....  
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I had better have a look tomorrow.....
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Can it be cracked without any fuel smell ? And will every crack develop to a fuel leak ?
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Can it be cracked without any fuel smell ? And will every crack develop to a fuel leak ? My cracks were in the brackets supporting the tank at the front, others have had them both here and the brackets under the tank towards the rear. As this crack is in the bracket attached to the tank it is potentially not a petrol leak source ( your question) , but is important to stop your tanks becoming potentially loose or vibrating potentially causing a leak ! see this thread http://www.talkmorgan.com/ubbthreads.php/ubb/showflat/Number/565035/Searchpage/1/Main/35809/Words/%2Btank+%2Bbracket+%2Bcrack/Search/true/re-fuel-smell#Post565035 Seperately others have had cracks where the fuel filler pipe joins the tank , which I think always leaks.
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MarkH
RedThree
Dolph
RicHardy
ArchieWetLeg
Bunny
Planenut
KankeL
PaulV ................................. <6000 miles Late 2015
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
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