Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Montauk fuel tank replacement

Posted by slockyear on 06/12/14 - 8:44 AM
#1

I thought I would post the results of my new on-deck fuel tank installation on my 1989 Montauk. The tank was made by KSH marine. It was an easy swap. I called them and provided them with the dimensions. When speaking with them they even had suggestions that were perfect. The tank arrived and is installed. 40 gallons now and no leaky fiberglass tank to deal with. This is a no brainer for those want to upgrade their Montauk fuel source. I'll post pics as soon as I figure out how to do it.

Posted by Joe Kriz on 06/12/14 - 8:58 AM
#2

You don't say what material the new tank is made from.

Metal?
Plastic?
Concrete?
Other?

Posted by slockyear on 06/12/14 - 9:12 AM
#3

Sorry the new tank is aluminum.

Posted by dahshore on 06/12/14 - 9:14 AM
#4

Hi. I went to their site and nice alum. tanks. I live part time in Vincennes, ind. and I assume you got these in Evansville ? Was it the D-1212 and if you don't mind approximate cost per tank. I have two 1974 tanks [ original ] on my montauk that I was going to restore, however your tanks might change my thinking.

Posted by slockyear on 06/12/14 - 9:40 AM
#5

Total cost for the tank delivered was $450.00. Well worth it. I blocked my RPS seat up to allow for a larger tank. I measured and suppled KSH with the measurments. They then made the tank and shipped it to me.

Posted by greethap on 06/12/14 - 9:45 AM
#6

I recently bought two of the D1212 tanks (12 gal each). $240 each. This approach is form/fit replacement for the original two Tempo tanks. I had some questions/issue with aluminum/brass fittings for the tanks - see older thread. I did not get mine painted, although I was tempted to have them painted red. Was expensive to have them painted (ie powder coated).

Is there any market for the old original Tempo 12 gallon tanks? I'd like to get rid of mine.

Peter
1986 Montauk 17

Edited by greethap on 06/12/14 - 9:48 AM

Posted by Joe Kriz on 06/12/14 - 9:56 AM
#7

Here is info on the D1212 fuel tanks by KSH.
http://www.kshmarine.com/Boat_Tanks.htm_Tanks.htm

NOTE: KSH is the sister company of Mirax
http://www.miraxfuelproducts.comoducts.com

Two 12 gallon tanks = 24 gallons.

slockyear,
What dimensions does your 40 gallon tank have?

Edited by Joe Kriz on 06/12/14 - 10:01 AM

Posted by slockyear on 06/12/14 - 11:56 AM
#8

I'm sure if you call KSH they can provide you with the dimensions. The boat is not located near me and I can't find the email i sent them.