Aluminum fuel tank

[tanda62]

Just got the aluminum fuel tank for Studebaker International and noticed a tab on it that is not on the original tank I took out of my 63.  Anyone know what this tab is for?

Thanks,

Tom

[Leo B]

Wire to ground? Static electricity?

Edited September 28, 2021 by Leo B

[tanda62]

Thanks Leo, that makes sense.

Tom

[Leo B]

56 minutes ago, tanda62 said:

Thanks Leo, that makes sense.

Tom

Im not 100% sure, but this looks same idea as aluminium tanks in fiberglass boats.🤔

Edited September 28, 2021 by Leo B
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[lschuc]

Here is the full picture of the reproduced tanks from the Studebaker International website

[Leo B]

 

I think nowadays all new tanks (cars, boats etc) need to be grounded and the reason is static electricity. 
Previously, it was not mandatory.

Edited September 28, 2021 by Leo B
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[Luma]

I also got a couple of new gas tanks from SI and attached are the instructions that were sent with them. Hope this is helpful.