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Tank interchangeability questions

dunejunkie
Hey guys,
My girlfriend just got a 1977 CB750A Hondamatic. The bike is beautiful, but we can't get over the width of the tank. Would a 750F Supersport tank fit? If not, could it fit with some slight modification? Or are there other smaller tanks that would direct fit? I can't seem to find a straight answer. Supposedly the A tank is the same as the K tank. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

-James


PS: On a totally unrelated note, I may have a 77 CB750k tank for sale soon :)
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There are some differences between the "A" and 77-78 "K" tanks, but they will interchange. However they are the same size/shape, so that will not get you anywhere. Unfortunately the way the two tubes that go over the top of the engine are curved up on the "A" it will make it hard to install a different tank. The best possible option would be a tank off a 79-83 DOHC model as the two tubes were curved similar to the tubes on the "A" model. Your other options would be to do a lot of modification to the underside of a tank, or remove the two tubes that go over the engine. I hope this clears the confusion up.
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P.S. That bike looks to be in really nice shape. If you are customizing it and removing any parts from it and want to sell them, please let me know, I am always looking for Matic parts.
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I don't know, I really prefer the look of the 77/78 K/A tanks compared to the F or earlier K tanks.
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