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The VintageBike Message Board => Autojumble => Topic started by: bsab20 on February 19, 2007, 11:28:48 AM

Title: Wanted Petrol tank for Raleigh 1920's
Post by: bsab20 on February 19, 2007, 11:28:48 AM

Hi
Looking for petrol tanks to suit mid 1920s 248cc Raleigh
Not sure of model at this stage
Ron
bsab20@yahoo.com.au
Australia

Title: Re: Wanted Petrol tank for Raleigh 1920's
Post by: Spanner on May 30, 2007, 07:51:18 PM

Hello bsab,
I don't have a tank but have quite a bit of experience in 1926 248 side valve Model 14 Raleighs as I have renovated two.
To help you with the models, the Model 14 has a flat tank that slides within the top frame and the Model 15 has pannier fuel tanks bolted either side of the top frames with a nickel cover strap.  That is the most obvious difference.
You could try for parts, Mike Sleap, 020 85246310 or msleap@freenetname.co.uk  (he has some connection with a Raleigh Club).   If this is not much help try the Vintage Motorcycle Club library on 01283 495105 or 495102.    VMCC, Allen House, Wetmore Road, Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 1TR.  United Kingdom.
Tel:  00 44 (0) 1283 540557 Main Office
Tel: 00 44 (0) 1283 495103 Direct Line
Fax: 00 44 (0) 1283 510547

As I said, if I can help you out with practical rebuild info, I will.  I have a few spares for them.  Please contact me direct on mjheseltine@hotmail.co.uk

Best wishes,  Spanner.