T100 Fuel Tank Question

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  1. mr_cox

    mr_cox New Member

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    #1 mr_cox, Jun 6, 2019
    Hello all,

    Already posted the question in the Scrambler forums. But as they are almost the same and the fuel- tank is identical I give it a try here to (hop this is not a problem).

    I just noticed that the fuel tank of my 2011 Scrambler has a lot of freeplay at the front. I can move sideways. I checked underneath and the two rubber stops on the frame are there. I don't see any other brackets that could hold it in place.



    Is this normal? It would be great if someone could check on their bike.

    Also I noticed that their are no heath shield stickers underneath the tank. (see pictures, the green one is mine). I found a parts website stating this is only needed in the USA. Is this correct?

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    Thank you!

    (source picture blue tank: Ebay US)
     
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  2. Tigcraft

    Tigcraft Unheard of Member

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    #2 Tigcraft, Jun 6, 2019
    My 2013 Bonneville has very little ‘cushioned’ movement with no slack. Underneath mine is bare with no heat shielding
     
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  3. joe mc donald

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    #3 joe mc donald, Jun 6, 2019
    Mr Cox.
    Your rubbers might be a little worn. If it bothers you atall just get a couple of bits of foam or leather. Put some silicone both sides and gently slide them up each side of the tank. Leave a minute bit of movement so as the tank has a little free play. Stops the tank from splitting.
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  4. mpllineman

    mpllineman First Class Member

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    #4 mpllineman, Jun 6, 2019
    I would agree. My 06 Scrambler tank will move, but not as much. Just shim, or replace your rubber mounts and that should stop the excess play.
     
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  5. mr_cox

    mr_cox New Member

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    #5 mr_cox, Jun 6, 2019
    Thanks all for the reply. I will order some new mounts and look if it is better.

    Just to be sure, The tank is only secured by the 2 rubber mounts (the tank "grabs" the mounts) and the 2 bolts underneath the seat?
     
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