fuel tank repairs

[woodbutcher]

(great stuff?) funny little yellow can?
I never thought of it I was planning on moving the bulkheads forward in the belly and hanging it from the botom of the new deck using polyester banding strapps ( of which I have plenty of and they dont cost a dime). in fact if I use a heat sealer on the banding and I protect it from sunlight it will last as long as ......hummm let me think that one out.
I like the idea of greatstuff for a few other things . Is it cheap?

[WinniDave]

I have used this product for a commercial project: http://www.fomofoam.com/boat_ship_and_pontoon.htm

I also use there foam while installing windows and doors, uses the same dispenser as the great stuff, but much better product for the $$.

Dave C.

[nymack66]

Check this company out, I used a Gallon kit to install my tank. Click on the link and download the catalog
http://www.fiberglassservices.com/catalog.htm
Easy 1-1 mix.
PLF-4-103 2 Quart kit $ 25.41
PLF-4-104 2 Gallon kit $ 67.19
PLF-4-105 10 Gallon kit $ 294.21

[randlemanboater]

Originally Posted by woodbutcher

(great stuff?) funny little yellow can?
I never thought of it I was planning on moving the bulkheads forward in the belly and hanging it from the botom of the new deck using polyester banding strapps ( of which I have plenty of and they dont cost a dime). in fact if I use a heat sealer on the banding and I protect it from sunlight it will last as long as ......hummm let me think that one out.
I like the idea of greatstuff for a few other things . Is it cheap?

It allowed for water in the bilge to flow freely under the tank and has held so far.

[RABBITFISH]

I am currently in the process of replacing my leaking aluminum fuel tank. After much research I found these dealers: For the expanding foam,
http://www.shopmaninc.com/foam.html

And here is where I got my replacement tank from.
http://sunshinemarinetanks.com/

The tank was made to my exact specs. I was very happy with their work product, and the price was very competitive.
I found a lot of details on ClassicMako forum with pictures to help me with the work, that's one of the ways I found this forum...
RABBITFISH
Tommy, Kenner Louisiana

[woodbutcher]

now that it has been a while since i've done anything with the boat. I am able to get back at it. wouldnt you know it right before the hottest part of the year. I getting ready to buy materials and have some questions.
Will epoxy stick to the glass in my hull or do I need to buy a differant type of resin?
Once I have the deck redone and new tank in what type of paint leams to last best?

[nymack66]

Originally Posted by woodbutcher

now that it has been a while since i've done anything with the boat. I am able to get back at it. wouldnt you know it right before the hottest part of the year. I getting ready to buy materials and have some questions.
Will epoxy stick to the glass in my hull or do I need to buy a differant type of resin?
Once I have the deck redone and new tank in what type of paint leams to last best?

Polyester base resin is what you need not EPOXY ..

[woodbutcher]

Why polyester? It is my understanding that epoxy is beter with wood and with old poly.However I am clearly not the expert. just seeking some enlightenment.

[nymack66]

If i remember correctly the resin use to build the V is polyester base , epoxy base will not adhere to polyester correctly so my take is stick with polyester base ..Someone please feel free to correct me if I am wrong ! I refuse to be a experience fool and not know it :)