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- Larry Snyder
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29 Feb 2024 15:36 #13
by Larry Snyder
Replied by Larry Snyder on topic header tank leak
If you try to replace a 5 gallon tank with a 6 gallon tank the filler necks are in different places. I’m amazed an A&P would R&R a header tank for $1000!!
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- Kenneth Crofut
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29 Feb 2024 15:34 #14
by Kenneth Crofut
Replied by Kenneth Crofut on topic header tank leak
Talk with your A&P. Mine pulled the header tank, cleaned it, pressure tested and solder fixed three leaks then reinstalled. Total price $1000. He said a new tank created or store bought would result in top cowling where neck goes through not lining up.
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29 Feb 2024 06:04 #15
by Larry Snyder
Replied by Larry Snyder on topic header tank leak
No amount of sealer will work for very long. JB Weld isn’t legal. Hate to say it, but the only real solution is pulling the tank and probably repairing/replacing it.
There are places that will build a new tank and use your old filler neck so it’s a “repair”.
Every time I’ve tried putting sealer on a leak it didn’t last very long.
There are places that will build a new tank and use your old filler neck so it’s a “repair”.
Every time I’ve tried putting sealer on a leak it didn’t last very long.
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- Jerry Nograsek
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29 Feb 2024 05:52 #16
by Jerry Nograsek
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Well first I would clean up the entire area and understand where the leak is originating. I would also see if that “fuel valve” is an aircraft part. Looks kind of “Ace hardware”. JB Weld wouldn’t be on my list of repair options
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- Nathan Bissonette
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28 Feb 2024 17:01 #17
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