914-6 oil tank question - too many orifices? Options

[moparrob]

For the longest time I was having difficulty trying to picture where the oil lines go to and from on a 914-6 conversion - but I think I have most of the issues figured out.

A lot of the problem has to do with the tank I bought. It has 'extra' holes and fittings that most other tanks I have seen did not have.

Here is a pic:

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I finally figured out that fitting 'C' is the AN -12 return line which is usually a hard pipe from the engine which attaches to a flex line to this port.

Similarly, I figured that fitting 'D' is the supply line that goes to the oil cooler, which in my case is AN -16 on both ends.

The confusion arises out of fittings 'A' and 'B'. Most tanks I see do not have these fittings. Also, my car was only pre-drilled (by the PO) for fittings C,D, the filler, the vent and the filter only. I don't have extra holes for these fittings.

So, do I need these fittings A and B? What do they do?

If I don't need them, how do I get rid of them? Do I have to braze the holes shut? Or is it easier to just drill the two requisite holes in the engine compartment and use plugs on those fittings?

Last question, does anyone know the size and thread of those fittings?

Thanks in advance for your help.

Rob

[Eric_Shea]

No, no, no... it's not that. Trust me, in not that talented when it come to these things either. I weld like a 3 year-old on acid. And... I have the patience of a gnat (I think I spelled it right that time). With my car I'm kinda forced to take my time because I'm constantly working on everyone elses project (one brake caliper at a time) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

It's just that you're either cutting holes in your car that don't need to be there or hacking up a rare Sporto tank... or... Awe hell, I don't know Rob... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

I think Andy nailed it. His idea is much better than mine. That's a rare tank. See if you can find someone to trade with you or, if it's a conversion car, get an aftermarket tank and sell that rare one to the right guy. Overall it looks to be in great shape. There's some paint flaking of but, a proper surface prep and a sale to the right guy and you might have $800-1,000.00 in your pocket to buy a differnt tank with (and a few extra goodies). What was Jonathan selling tanks for recently??

Are you in a big hurry to get it in and done? Look around. Do some horse trade'n. It really can be one of the last things you install as you plumb the engine. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

I guess my stomach gets a little weak when I see everything from plumbing fittings to cardboard templates so you can cut holes in your car that don't need to be there...

I'll shut up now as I've probably said too much. I hope you don't read this wrong. Just garage banter. Carry on.

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[moparrob]

It's just that you're either cutting holes in your car that don't need to be there or hacking up a rare Sporto tank... or... Awe hell, I don't know Rob... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

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EXACTLY! That was what I was stressing about. Neither one seemed to be a good solution, so I agree with the idea of selling (or trading) the tank to someone who needs it. I'll probably have it hot tanked to remove the paint, then paint or powdercoat it before I sell it. I'm sure someone will appreciate it. I have no problem using an aftermarket tank - hell, most of my car will be aftermarket when I get through with it.

No offense taken, I'm just a bit frustrated by my lack of knowledge and I think having my car up on jack stands for 8 months is starting to get to me.

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[markb]

It's just that you're either cutting holes in your car that don't need to be there or hacking up a rare Sporto tank... or... Awe hell, I don't know Rob... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

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EXACTLY! That was what I was stressing about. Neither one seemed to be a good solution, so I agree with the idea of selling (or trading) the tank to someone who needs it. I'll probably have it hot tanked to remove the paint, then paint or powdercoat it before I sell it. I'm sure someone will appreciate it. I have no problem using an aftermarket tank - hell, most of my car will be aftermarket when I get through with it.

No offense taken, I'm just a bit frustrated by my lack of knowledge and I think having my car up on jack stands for 8 months is starting to get to me.

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Personally, I would do nothing to the tank. It's not going to "improve" the tank, and it might actually be worth more undisturbed. Just my .02