feul tank leaking

[walker]

just wondering if anyone knows of anything i can use to stop my feul tank from leaking.Its leaking from the thread where the pet cock screws onto my tank. its not a bolt on one it is built into the plastic.I tried a hard setting gasket goo but the petrol seems to disolve it and i dont really waont to buy a new tank yet. Is it possible to rip the thread out and buy one of the screw in ones to replace it.

 

[No-Fear]

get a new tank off ebay, bout $30 + delivery.

 

[Dirt Bikez & Pocket B]

get the industrial strength silicone and put it on leaking spot when no fuel in tank, takes a few days for it to dry and should work, or get a new tank

 

[JD_MaSteR69]

just get a new fuel tank not worth fixing it when you could just get a new or second hand 1 off ebey

 

[Redstar]

I had the same problem. The thing is, I found the design on how the valve is mounted onto the tank is not the best thought of way and I was concerned that the new tank would just have the same prob. I requested a replacement anyway but as soon as I received it, inspected the bottom and I had my doubts. I opted to return the new tank and worked on my old leaky one instead. A good two-part glue did the job. I say a good one as the first attempt with an off the shelf type of two-part glue didnt do the job. Three months hence, my tank, I'd say is even better than new.

 

[illusivedreams]

ITs a common problem.

We use MARINE GRADE sealent....Cost around $15/

Remove tap and Place sealent around the tread rightalong the tank...

Make sure its nicely packed all around the thread..Wait a day..Tap on but dont overtighten..

Problem solved lasts ....Well we never had any back and the one at work was done 9 months ago..


Cheers