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Gas tank replacement

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Good morning. I have just pulled my old tank (aluminum) to find I have been operating with a very corroded (leaking fuel below deck) tank. I want to replace with a poly tank but don't want to give up capacity. The compartment is designed to hold a long tank with a tapered bottom (75" long, 21 1/2" wide, 8" deep on sides and 9" to a flat bottom. You guys always help in spite of the BS. Thanks for any response. BG
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Call Charles at Tallahassee Marine. 850-575-8623.
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Chances are good you are never going to find another one that come even close to fitting. I would look into having another aluminum one built.
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Here are some choices up to 52 gallons - http://www.overtons.com/modperl/product ... se&aID=21C
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If it was original, and if the builder (boat) is still in business, you might try establishing contact with them for a replacement or suggestion.
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Thanks. Do you guys have jobs? Great getting quick response. Tom may be right. I will check with Aquasport and Tallahassee. I was surprised to find that I could shoot through the tank bottom with my pressure washer. BG
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Dabbler wrote:... I could shoot through the tank bottom with my pressure washer. BG
Thats not good at all!!! :roll:
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I could shoot through the tank bottom with my pressure washer. BG
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If it's an Aquasport - check out classicaquasport.com they have a nice forum full of tips.

Catch 22 might be able to patch the old tank up for you if your interested in going that route.
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Tallahassee Marine is trying to help. Thanks again for all your time. BG
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Dabbler wrote:Thanks. Do you guys have jobs?
This is our job. We are a boating technical support group in India. You have question...we have answer. :lol: Welcome to the boards! :thumbup: :thumbup:
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Chalk wrote:If it's an Aquasport - check out classicaquasport.com they have a nice forum full of tips.

Catch 22 might be able to patch the old tank up for you if your interested in going that route.
Me no weld on gas tanks...BOOM BOOM.... no matter how much you wash them out :o
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[quote="CATCH 22
Me no weld on gas tanks...BOOM BOOM.... no matter how much you wash them out :o[/quote]

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I found an old ID tag. Florida Marine Tanks. Sent info for quote. Catch, I will not use my cordless screwdriver, forget the welder. Maybe pirate has a buddy that wants to blow himself up. Love the board but don't know how to make funny face yet. BG
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