norbertflyer Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Anyone know if there are already additional 5/10 litre tanks that can be retro fitted to paramotors? or if there's a supplier out there willing to fabricate? I currently run on a 9 litre ali tank which is good for 1hr 55min of flying, but an extra hour or two would enable occasional extra length flying when I fancy it. Free space on the chassis is an issue though, as it would be on most designs. Doesn't have to be ali, it can be plastic. Perhaps fitted to the shoulder of the main chassis where the cage connects. One five litre tank each side, but slim fitting, perhaps 50 cm long, 10 cm wide? I have two fuel access points on the existing tank, plus breather/filler and engine feed. Comments/ideas welcome, even if you think I'm insane. cheers, Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantheman Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Comments/ideas welcome, even if you think I'm insane. To do this hobby you need to be slightly mad, anyway don't forget to check out go cart )))CLICKY LINK((( fuel tanks and bits, I'm sure you have already been told about lawnmower shops and spares....perhaps you could add another smaller tank alongside yours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil_P Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Have posted a reply in another place, but here is a brief resume; 5 inch ali tube, weld plate on ends and filler into side. Bodge fitting to your motor, Bob's yer uncle. Have tried it, and it works. Will post some pics soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nirmal Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 PAP do a 13 litre tank which was designed specifically for paramotor use. It is pricey, but attention to detail means it does a lot of things right (like being less likely to be hit by the prop than a generic tank, fuel outlet at the base of the tank and not discolouring with age). It costs £66.78 from sky dragons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbertflyer Posted February 20, 2009 Author Share Posted February 20, 2009 thanks for suggestions everyone, the Karting supplier option appears the best at £13 for a 5L tank with the fittings. I'll start the planning/design now and await legislation changes before implementing. Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgy Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 bailey are bringing out a new larger tank!! not that you really need on it on one of there machine's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paramotormike Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 Hi Guys. This is just a question, dont want to be a wet squid here, but if you modify your Paramotor with a new Fuel Tank, does that mean your insurance may not pay out, as it is not now "as manufactured and delivered"? The fuel limit may be removed, but Insurance regulations may still apply with regard to non manufaturer modifications? Just a thought. Mikey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil_P Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 Hi Guys.This is just a question, dont want to be a wet squid here, but if you modify your Paramotor with a new Fuel Tank, does that mean your insurance may not pay out, as it is not now "as manufactured and delivered"? The fuel limit may be removed, but Insurance regulations may still apply with regard to non manufaturer modifications? Just a thought. Mikey Simple answer to that is to notify them of the modification. I think they understand that few paramotors remain as standard, so I doubt there would be any issue. Phil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paramotormike Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 There was a discussion on here some time ago about on-risk insurance. They may not insure any paramotors that have been modified from there original manufacture. As you say, may be best to check with your insurance before making any modifications. Fly safe and insured. Mikey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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