[C320-list] Time sensitive - fuel tank

[Jack Brennan]

It’s too late for me to look on my boat, but a thought occurs to me: How large is the fill hose leading to the tank?

If it’s as large as I think, you should be able to get a coat hanger or something down there and snag the siphon hose. 

Another thought: How large is the access plate for the fuel gauge? On a previous boat, the plate was large enough to serve as a way to get into the tank.

Jack Brennan
Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320, no. 528
Tierra Verde, Fl.
Dolphin Cruising Club of Tampa Bay


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From: sail-ability at sympatico.ca
Sent: Friday, October 4, 2019 9:00 PM
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Subject: Re: [C320-list] Time sensitive - fuel tank

Yes the tank can be removed through the aft hatch with the frame removed. 
While Uve got it out suggest U get it inspected and cleaned. 
JohnM
1999#574

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> On Oct 4, 2019, at 4:38 PM, Jeff Smith <jeffreyssmith at live.com> wrote:
> 
> To all,
> 
> As I was suctioning all of my diesel out of the tank, the plastic hose (36” approx) fell into the tank (yes, I realize I am a dolt). Any thoughts regarding leaving the hose in the tank? I think my only other option is to remove the tank. I believe that has to come through the aft berth hatch.
> 
> Thanks in advance,
> 
> Jeff
> ‘94, #121
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