[grmeyers]

I bought a 1939 JD a few years back in parts, the two fuel tanks were off, and so was the hood, i can figure out what holds the tanks on, there are some brackets on the frame/chassis. isn't there suppose to be some kind of brackets that go around the tank to hold them together? I've seen parts break down but can't figure it out, any help will be appreciated. thanks grm

 

[James Howell]

isn't there suppose to be some kind of brackets that go around the tank to hold them together?
No.
Both the fuel tank and the small 1 gallon gas tank are one unit.
Take a look at the photos below of the tank for our 39B.

Hope this helps.

 

[grmeyers]

Thanks that's what I have, what holds it to the frame or hood, it just doesn't float, does it?

 

[James Howell]

what holds it to the frame or hood

Take a look at the diagram below.

Note the carriage bolt (Key 13), hood clip (Key 14), front fuel tank cushion (Key 15), and front fuel tank support (Key 16).

Note the Front Fuel Tank Support (Key 16) AB 2746 R work on 60000-95999 (39-40).

Also note the rear fuel tank support with cushion (Key 36).

Note the Rear Fuel Tank Support (Key 36) AB 1610 R work on 60000-95999 (39-40).

Take a look at the photos below.

Hope this helps.