Spectra Premium RO9C fuel tank for the 1959-1961 Austin Healey Sprite 4-cylinder 0.9L holds the fuel supply for a carbureted fuel system.
- Lead-tin coating on the fuel tank
- Filler neck attached to the tank, 13.125 inches long
- Material thickness of 0.029 inch
- Made for a carburetor fuel system
- O-ring included with the tank
Quick facts
- Part: Spectra Premium RO9C fuel tank
- Fits: 1959-1961 Austin Healey Sprite 4-cylinder 0.9L
- Condition: New
A fuel tank can need replacing when it shows rust-through, a damaged seam or fuel seepage, or when a fuel smell lingers around the car. Before you replace the tank, rule out a clogged fuel filter, a failing fuel pump or a loose filler hose, since a shop can test those. Fuel leaks should be handled promptly.
Fits
It is a direct-fit replacement for the 1959-1961 Austin Healey Sprite 4-cylinder 0.9L. Its engineering and quality control ensure it meets or exceeds the performance of the original equipment tank it replaces.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Filler neck length: 13.125 in
- Material thickness: 0.029 in
- Fuel system compatibility: carburetor
Build and materials
- Condition: New
- Coating: lead-tin
- Filler neck: attached
- Sump: not attached, not baffled
- Country of origin: Canada
In the box
One fuel tank with its filler neck attached and an O-ring. The fuel pump, sending unit, lock ring and mounting straps are not included, so plan on a new lock ring and new mounting straps, since the old ones may not be reusable. This listing is one fuel tank, and the 1959-1961 Austin Healey Sprite 4-cylinder 0.9L takes one.
Interchange: 50133 · IRO9C · ARC84
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Spectra Premium RO9C fuel tank right for a 1959-1961 Austin Healey Sprite 4-cylinder 0.9L?
Yes. Spectra Premium RO9C is a direct-fit fuel tank for the 1959-1961 Austin Healey Sprite 4-cylinder 0.9L, and this car takes one tank.
Does the RO9C fuel tank come with a fuel pump or sending unit?
No. Spectra Premium RO9C comes with its filler neck attached and an O-ring. The fuel pump, sending unit, lock ring and mounting straps are not included.
What coating and material thickness does this fuel tank have?
The tank has a lead-tin coating and a material thickness of 0.029 inch.
Can rust or seepage on a carbureted fuel tank mean it needs replacing?
Rust-through, a damaged seam, fuel seepage or a persistent fuel smell can mean the tank is failing. A shop can inspect it, and fuel leaks should be handled promptly.
Does Spectra Premium RO9C also replace part number ARC84?
Yes. Spectra Premium RO9C is listed as replacing 50133, IRO9C and ARC84, so any of those numbers points to this tank.
