[C320-list] Fuel Tank Leak

[Jon Vez]

Bruce,
I did remove the shelf to remove the tank, not sure you could do it any other way...

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On Nov 18, 2012, at 12:20 PM, "Bruce Heyman" <bruceheyman at cox.net> wrote:

> 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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> 
> 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
>