Great observations David.
The tank was held down by three substantial metal straps so that kept most of the tank in shape and forced the weaker end plates to pop. Both ends are popped. I can tell the interior baffles have come loose on one of their four sides. This goes for both baffles.
Plan is to remove the end plate and then further inspect and see what’s going on. Right now I’m working on removing the senders. Got some screws backed out. Working on the others.
I firmly believe this tank is repairable. The steel is in great shape with next to no rust. Most of the tank still has its exterior KG#3 paint.
Ultimately the tank will not be visible except for a small part at the top where the fill ports are. The rest is all behind and inside a plate steel box.
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Jordan Baker
RHLI Museum,
Otter LRC
C15A-Wire3, 1944
Willys MB, 1942
10cwt Canadian trailer
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