I doubt if anyone is making original fuel tanks for a 1970s boat. And I
doubt
if there would be an original one anyplace that has never been used
(overstock).
A 1978 Commander is not exactly a vintage boat. And were only talking about
a fuel tank here; something that is out of site. If a welder can make a new
one
that has the same dimensions and look as the original...why not?



The tanks are both located under the bed platform in the master suite
in the rear of the boat. If I have to replace one I might as well
replace both at this point.


That sounds logical.



I have a 1958 22' Chris Craft Sea Skiff. Very different boat, but I too am
thinking
of replacing the fuel tank. Ours is steel and not tooooo badly rusted
inside. After running
probably 30 hours with a small filter is was a bit clogged. Not so bad as we
noticed an
performance change...but enough that I can see rust particles in the small
filter.

Even on this "classic" boat that we've lovingly restored and want to be as
close
to orginal as we can, I have no problem with the idea of a local welder
making
a new tank. (Other than the price he wanted).


Good Luck,
Gary