So the “new” (used) oil tank went into the basement pretty much the same as the old one came out.  In the garage i switched the wheels to the ‘new’ tank.  Sounds quick except, though the old and new tanks r both 275 gal nominal, same size physically, but, well, the leg mounts were different distances wide.  So had to remount the pipe flanges to new spacing on the 2×4 wheel sets.  Then make sure i brought the replacement in correct end first.  So the end with the connection for the filter / oil line to burner is at the same end as the original.

First i mortared in some patio blocks into the gutter around the basement floor, again becuz the leg mount different width.  Then roll in the tank, hoist and remove wheel sets, skid into place, pipe up fill and vent lines.

Tank in place, lines complete.                                With support straps

So that’s enough about oil tanks.

We got some oil and are now heating the water with oil, not pellets.      😎