80/105 Series Land Cruiser 130L VDJ 79 Series Fuel Tank Brackets To Suit 80/105 Series Land Cruiser Rear Cross Member Replacement Winch Bar

Weld the corners of the coil crossmember brackets on the bench. Use fabrication techniques to ensure flanges fit tightly with no gaps before welding. Once welded, bolt the brackets to the front of the tank, then lower the tank into the chassis for fitment.

Because the factory fuel tank straps are big they need modifying to fit the rear bar and winch.

Important to fit the rear bar winch and fuel tank together

Weld-through primer is a specialized coating used to protect metal surfaces from corrosion.

Preparation

Clean the Surface: Before applying the weld-through primer, thoroughly clean the metal surface to remove any rust, dirt, grease, oil, or other contaminants. You can use a wire brush, abrasive pad, or solvent to clean the surface.
Dry the Surface: Ensure the surface is completely dry before applying the primer to avoid any moisture that might interfere with the application.

Aplication

The Weld-through primer should only be used to coat parts that can’t be painted after welding, not as a regular primer. Ensure it is completely dry before tacking parts together.

Welding

Once the parts are tacked and prepared for welding, it’s important to clean the edges, even if wire attachments are used. While the design allows for welding through paint, welding on bare metal typically results in better weld quality.

Use these fill-in brackets to neatly shape tank brackets.

Once you are happy with fitment these can be welded into tank brackets.

The Runva 11Xp was a good fit, though some additional trimming may be needed.

Ensure all parts are properly fitted before proceeding with welding and painting.