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09-24-2006, 08:38 PM
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69 Caravel
1969 18' Caravel
2009 23' International
2018 28' International
Bayfield
, Colorado
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 82
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curved black water tank...HELP!
We got the old tank out of our 69 Caravel, in a couple of pieces. It is an odd shape because it conformed to the curve of the trailer, and looks like a quarter circle. Has anyone seen anything like this that can be purchased to replace it, or are we looking at a custom job?
Thanks, Krista
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09-24-2006, 08:58 PM
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418
2007 25' Safari FB SE
1958 22' Flying Cloud
1974 29' Ambassador
Yucca Valley
, California
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: 1963 26' Overlander
Posts: 4,804
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Quote:
Originally Posted by KHarris
We got the old tank out of our 69 Caravel, in a couple of pieces. It is an odd shape because it conformed to the curve of the trailer, and looks like a quarter circle. Has anyone seen anything like this that can be purchased to replace it, or are we looking at a custom job?
Thanks, Krista
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Krista,
I had a curved black tank made for my Overlander. It was definitely a custom job.
AllRite in Hollister CA did it for me. I sent a live-size template and drawing, with all the fittings and specs, and they made it right the first time.
Not cheap, but excellent quality and service.
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09-24-2006, 09:41 PM
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69 Caravel
1969 18' Caravel
2009 23' International
2018 28' International
Bayfield
, Colorado
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 82
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Thanks UWE,
I just looked at the All-rite site, and will follow up with them first thing in the morning. No cheap fixes though. So far, our trailer, which was "ready to go as is" has gotten a new water heater, new converter, new rear window, new stove top, new plumbing....you get the picture!
krista
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09-24-2006, 09:48 PM
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Rivet Master
1976 Argosy 24
now being enjoyed by Heath and Mary in
, Vermont
Join Date: Sep 2005
Posts: 1,432
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Krista,
Look to see if there is a name on the tank. A couple of companies that made tanks for Airstream are still in business, in California, I think. Inca (?) I believe is one such company.
Maybe they still have the mold.
Sergei
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09-24-2006, 09:53 PM
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#5
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69 Caravel
1969 18' Caravel
2009 23' International
2018 28' International
Bayfield
, Colorado
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 82
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ooohhh, great idea, i'll search for a name when the sun comes up!
krista
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09-25-2006, 06:20 AM
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Rivet Master
1959 26' Overlander
Putnam
, Connecticut
Join Date: Sep 2003
Posts: 3,064
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Check the tank depot site. Check the marine holding tanks and the RV holding tanks. You may have to add a fitting for the head.
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09-25-2006, 07:01 AM
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Flying Cloud
1953 32' Liner
1955 22' Safari
Valley View
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 3,971
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Caravel tanks
Been there...Done that.
Try INCA for the replacement tanks. Then Andy at Inland.
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09-25-2006, 07:31 PM
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69 Caravel
1969 18' Caravel
2009 23' International
2018 28' International
Bayfield
, Colorado
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 82
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Thanks for everyone's advice...I have spent the day talking to All-rite, Amerikart, Inland RV, INCA and Airstream. Airstream says they still make that tank!!! nd referred me to a nearby dealer with a part number. I am keeping my fingers crossed that it is the exact replacement, for a quoted price of $269. (n/i shipping). I'll keep you posted, this is bound to be an ongoing issue for others.
Krista
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