rossyrooney   12 #13 Posted June 13, 2010 what model mitsubishi is it? maybe someone can help you find a replacement tank or tell you where to buy a new one  Most grey imports bear no resemblance whatsoever to whats stated on the v5.  All good motor factors will be able to source parts by imputting the reg.no.  Unfortunately fuel tanks are pretty specialised and if you manage to find one i would think it will be quite expensive.  You should be fine with a patch if you follow the instructions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Greengeek   10 #14 Posted June 13, 2010 Most grey imports bear no resemblance whatsoever to whats stated on the v5. All good motor factors will be able to source parts by imputting the reg.no.  Unfortunately fuel tanks are pretty specialised and if you manage to find one i would think it will be quite expensive.  You should be fine with a patch if you follow the instructions.  Ain't that the truth. My old Delica used to say Mageruis Deutz on the V5.  And Petrol Patches don't work. Weld it or glue it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
PaymePal   10 #15 Posted June 13, 2010 Drain out all of the petrol by making the existing hole a bit bigger with a hammer and screwdriver but make sure you wear a diving mask so the fuel doesn't splash in your eyes. Then mix 10 litres of fibreglass resin and activator and pour it in the fuel filler after making sure you have blocked the enlarged hole up using a wine cork or similar bottle stopper(bettaware do a good one). It worked for me and the fuel tank now costs twelve pounds less to fill up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
terminator   10 #16 Posted June 13, 2010 PRO SEAL Petrol Tank & Radiator Repair Epoxy Putty then if you want to be extra sure apply fibre glass patch over it you can buy a small repair kit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
boyfriday   21 #17 Posted June 13, 2010 It worked for me and the fuel tank now costs twelve pounds less to fill up.  ..because it holds £12 less petrol? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
gemelli   10 #18 Posted June 13, 2010 where did this happen?? Is it spreading around sheffield now :s Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
AJ sheffield   11 #19 Posted June 13, 2010 ..because it holds £12 less petrol?  :hihi: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
boyfriday   21 #20 Posted June 13, 2010 :hihi:  Flippin ell, I'm glad it's not just me AJ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
PaymePal   10 #21 Posted June 13, 2010 :hihi:  Flippin ell, I'm glad it's not just me AJ!  :heyhey: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
boyfriday   21 #22 Posted June 13, 2010 :heyhey:  Hey PaymePal, next time put 40 litres of resin in the tank, then you could fill up for next to nowt! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
cv65user   10 #23 Posted June 13, 2010 where did this happen?? Is it spreading around sheffield now :s  yup please tell us area . so we can keep look out . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Brian's mate   10 #24 Posted August 29, 2016 This is happening again in Sheffield. My transit got done around Kelham Island area in June and my mate's transit got done last night on Sharrow vale road. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...