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Main Message Board / Leaking Fuel Tank
« on: August 23, 2020, 12:23:17 PM »
Early in the 21st century (2003 or 2004) the aluminum fuel tank in Surprise my 1987 Catalina 34 had a significant fuel leak, and I replaced the tank at that time. A couple of weeks ago Tropical Storm Isais tore through Long Island (and other places), and somehow caused a new leak in Surprise's fuel tank. This time the fuel is not gushing out of the tank, but seems to be leaking slowly. So, I suspect there is either a small hole or small crack in the tank. Instead of replacing the tank,I wonder if there is some sort of external sealant or patch that I might use to stop the leak more or less permanently.
Please let me know if you know of something I can use to patch the tank.
Thank you, and keep safe.
Vic Suben
Surprise Hull no. 453
Please let me know if you know of something I can use to patch the tank.
Thank you, and keep safe.
Vic Suben
Surprise Hull no. 453