Secure a "tank" into frame?

[CRASH]

I've got a '99 Dyno Mooneyes I'm thinking about spiffying up a bit. One idea I had was to add a tank in the frame since I've always been a fan of that look. A friend of mine is an aircraft metal fabricator, so may be able to build one. My question: How were they affixed to the frame to look seemless without welding?

 

[Wildcat]

Usually a few screws hold the 2 halves together.

 

[CRASH]

Thanks for the picture!

So it just sits in the frame and rattles around in there? Or am I not seeing something for how it's secured to the frame?

 

[Retrogee]

You could tap a couple of threaded holes into the top bar, mount one side, then assemble the tank.

 

[B607]

Once you tighten the screws it doesn't rattle at all. Your bike will run faster with a tank and it will also become a chick magnet. Don't forget the rack and headlight. Gary

 

[gcrank1]

Dont forget to check for any interference from moving parts to keep from bashing the new tank! (triple tree forks and such are bad for that).

 

[c.p.odom]

Use the pre-war hanging tank style. This is installed with straps that go over the tubes. This is much easier for a DIY project.