Pagoda SL Group
W113 Pagoda SL Group => Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes => Topic started by: Jack the Knife on May 02, 2025, 14:21:56
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In my terminal case of "and while I'm in there," I've decided it might be a good idea to replace the original 65L gas tank on my car with a new 82L one. Is there any downside to doing this on the 230? Any noticeable change in handling or complications I need to know? Seems like a simple enough job.
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The only downside I can see is your fill-ups will be more costly.
I am reminded by a colleague's remark on rising fuel prices, where he stated "Rising fuel prices don't affect me because I always put in exactly $25 worth" ;D
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Is it not about re-arranging the aft of the car? Spare wheel bay goes away and spare wheel is relocated? Fuel pump may need to be re-arranged, I am not sure about this one...
I am sure Members here did it and will chime in.
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I did this on my 230. Since I have the horizontal spare (1966 production date) the only accommodation needed was to move the fuel pump and cover slightly to allow the larger tank to be mounted. I went with a new OEM tank from the Classic Center. That was years ago and I have never regretted the change.
Norm
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I did this on my 230. Since I have the horizontal spare (1966 production date) the only accommodation needed was to move the fuel pump and cover slightly to allow the larger tank to be mounted. I went with a new OEM tank from the Classic Center. That was years ago and I have never regretted the change.
Norm
Good to know, that seems consistent with threads from years ago.
Is it not about re-arranging the aft of the car? Spare wheel bay goes away and spare wheel is relocated? Fuel pump may need to be re-arranged, I am not sure about this one...
I am sure Members here did it and will chime in.
Thankfully I have the horizontal spare, otherwise I don't think I'd bother with the change.