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Old Jan 10, 2005 | 04:53 PM
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Anyone move the stock oil tank? Or know of reasons why I shouldn't do it? The only think I can think of is if there is a "height above the engine oil line" issue. Anyone have any thoughts? thanks.

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Old Jan 10, 2005 | 05:03 PM
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If im not mistaken i have seen someone mount it near the rear by the grab bar.. But cant quote anything without searching
 
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Old Jan 10, 2005 | 05:08 PM
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WHY would you want to go to the bother? How could the benefits outweigh the hassle?
 
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Old Jan 10, 2005 | 05:29 PM
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Raptor660Fam moved his to the rear.
 
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Old Jan 19, 2005 | 04:32 AM
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Why would you do this? what is gained
 
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Old Jan 19, 2005 | 07:10 AM
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Originally posted by: Courtney
Anyone move the stock oil tank? Or know of reasons why I shouldn't do it? The only think I can think of is if there is a "height above the engine oil line" issue. Anyone have any thoughts? thanks.

Courtney
why????????????
 
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Old Jan 19, 2005 | 12:13 PM
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I have thought about this also.....my thinking is that lower is better...because the lower weight would make for better handeling...But the pumping system would need redesigned.
 
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Old Jan 19, 2005 | 12:57 PM
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Maybe it would help keep the oil cooler, but it would probably better, more covinent, and better cooling if you just bought a oil cooler kit with the coil and hoses and hooked that up.. Easier and wouldnt mess to much with the system.
 
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Old Jan 19, 2005 | 01:06 PM
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I was thinking about moving it lower and forward for weight distribution/help keep the front end down. Probably not worth the effort and risk.
 
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Old Jan 19, 2005 | 04:39 PM
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I wouldn't spend the time and money.. its position is fine!
 
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