Took out my gas tank to find many holes

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Originally Posted by csvencer

Was your tank aluminum? I am beginning to think mine has a leak somewhere, everytime I refuel the bilge smells like gas, but only when I fill up. Thinking it may be the fill or vent hookup.
-Svence

As already noted, these tanks become more problematic with age. If you're lucky it may be just that you need to replace the filler and vent hoses. You should be able to get a decent look at them through access plates -- I think they were pretty standardized locations for that exact purpose. Years ago I had that problem (long before I eventually had to replace the tank) and had a friend pump fuel while I checked for leaks. I replaced both hoses and double-clamped them, and that took care of the gas fumes. Whatever you do, don't put off finding the source of that gas smell. It can be very dangerous!