L/R Tanks - BEWARE

Submitted: Monday, Apr 05, 2004 at 10:22
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G'day All
A quick word of warning from recent experience.

I have just sold my old vehicle to a chap in the neighbouring state. To grease the wheels of the sale - I arranged for the "blue slip" for the buyer. On inspection, the agent told me that because the vehicle had a long-range tank fitted, an engineers report was required!!! This tank was made by probably the biggest supplier of long range tanks, it was fitted by the largest 4wd specialist in my area, plus I had all receipts for said fitting. This was not enough, and the engineers report was still required. So, a quick glance under the car by the engineer, and $400 bucks later, the sale could go ahead. Talk about a rude shock!

I can see the rationale for inspecting such a vital component - but surely when manufacturers have standards to comply to, and fitters have responsibility for their work, an additional inspection isn't warranted??? If it was home made and home fitted I can understand, but........

So anyhow, beware if buying, selling or moving across state boundaries....

Cheers
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