[C320-list] Fuel Tank Leak

[Bruce Heyman]

Jon,
Thanks!  I'm finding it quite difficult.  As we have a 16 AC on the shelf
above the tank we are not able to remove the shelf.  It would appear that
the shelf needs to be removed or there is not enough clearance to slide the
tank back and out of its bed.
Thanks,
Bruce
Somerset #671

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[mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Jon Vez
Sent: Sunday, November 18, 2012 7:34 AM
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Subject: Re: [C320-list] Fuel Tank Leak

Bruce,
Not a difficult job. Remove as much fuel as possible. I used an oil transfer
pump inserted in the gauge port. Remove the hoses and tape off with plastic.
Seal the openings on the tank.
The only way to remove the tank from the boat is through the aft cabin
hatch. Remove the teak trim piece and the tank comes out pretty easily.
Bought a new one from Catalina, but it did not come with new fittings. 
The only problem I had with this project was breaking the old fittings when
trying to remove them from the old tank. I was able to procure new aluminum
fittings from the tank manufacturer, which is stamped on the new tank. Hope
this helps and if you need additional specifics, just let me know...

Regards,
Jon

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On Nov 18, 2012, at 9:53 AM, Bruce Heyman <bruceheyman at cox.net> wrote:

> Anyone have some words of wisdom for removing a weeping 12 year old fuel
tank?
> Thanks,
> Bruce
> Somerset 2000 currently in San Diego
> 
> Bruce Heyman
> 949 289-8400