[C320-list] adding an inspection plate to the fuel tank

[conneelythomas at aol.com]

Good advised 


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From: sail-ability <sail-ability at sympatico.ca>
To: C320-List <C320-List at catalina320.com>
Sent: Tue, Sep 24, 2019 5:56 pm
Subject: Re: [C320-list] adding an inspection plate to the fuel tank

Take out the shelving over the tank and U can access it. If U pump the fuel out, the tank can be removed through the hatch in the aft cabin. I believe there is an explanation on our website as to the process. I wouldn’t go to the trouble of applying an inspection port. Get the tank cleaned and inspected professionally and should be good for years. 
JohnM
1999#574

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> On Sep 24, 2019, at 5:40 PM, Louis Spitz <aronella at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Hello all,
> My fuel tank is in urgent need of a thorough cleaning: the Racor clogs and the engine stops whenever the boat is bounced around. Black stuff (about 1/4”diameter) is in evidence.
> Short of replacing the tank, I thought of  adding an inspection/clean out port. Open to other ideas.
> BTW, how do I get at the tank? There are a couple of screwed down panels on top of the tank that might have to be removed- is that correct?
> Thanks in advance.
> Lou Spitz
> #195