Help to identify and source water tank fitting?

[RobW]

Good afternoon,
Before lockdown I removed my GRP water tanks to bring them home for refurbishment. During the removal process I was forced to cut (...semi-destroy) the seized water filler connector on the tank to remove it. At the time I assumed it would be easy to pick up an identical or at least very similar replacement, however it would seem not to be the case!
It's a 2 inch hose connector, hole in the tank also approx 2", with a 90 degree elbow. See photos below. I have tried the usual suppliers - Leesan, Tech-Tanks and a couple of others, however no-one seems to recognise it (possibly not marine market specific), or be able to offer a direct replacement without enlarging the hole in the tank which I don't really want to do due to the location near the tank edge. Does anyone recognise this or come across an alternative? It is likely as old as the boat - late 80's early 90's. I was considering resorting to a Tru-design through-hull with a right angle adaptor, but not sure if that will be drinking water safe or not?
Any recommendations much appreciated.
thanks
Robert

 

[rogerthebodger]

One of these and a nylon nut on the threaded section would fit into you water tank

Nylon threaded 90degree hose barb (male) - Buy online at UK Pump Supplies

If you used rubber washers would allow removal

Vetus do 90 degree tank fittings but may be more costly that the above try you local caravan equipment supplier or even a local Plumber.

 

[Boathook]

Speak to Tek-Tanks, Plastic Tanks for Water, Waste and Fuel - Tek-Tanks who stock Tru-design and build water tanks, etc.

 

[pvb]

I have tried the usual suppliers - Leesan, Tech-Tanks and a couple of others, however no-one seems to recognise it

Speak to Tek-Tanks,

 

[Boathook]

My turn today pvb !
The tru-design one looks similar so rather than trying to get the same get something else. Looking at the pictures again is it a whale / henderson pumps item? Also the OP needs to find out whether the tru-design is suitable for drinking water. The data sheet isn't clear.

 

[Lucy52]

Looks similar to a shower drain fitting.

 

[RobW]

Looks similar to a shower drain fitting.

...that's a thought - but 2" hose barb? Will look into that - otherwise the vetus 2" looks like an option.
Thanks all

Robert