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February 03, 2022, 11:49:11 AM
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michaeln001

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FF 176 Fuel Tank
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Hello fellow aquasporters. I am replacing the fuel tank in my 1979 FF176. I would love to hear some opinions on the Mueller tanks. Has anyone installed them? It is a rather shallow compartment. Any problems with fittings? Thanks in advance for your advise.

February 07, 2022, 10:04:32 PM
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boatnamesue

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Re: FF 176 Fuel Tank
« Reply #1 on: February 07, 2022, 10:04:32 PM »
Not sure if the FF 17 has same tank dimensions as the CC 17, but if it does (56 x 20 x 6) then you won’t find a plastic tank with those dimensions on the market…..see this recent thread for ‘82 170.  Cheaper to have aluminum custom built to spec. 

https://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=15950.msg154689#msg154689
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1998 S115TLRW

February 08, 2022, 12:02:01 PM
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michaeln001

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Re: FF 176 Fuel Tank
« Reply #2 on: February 08, 2022, 12:02:01 PM »
Thanks Jason. It is the same size as the cc17. Looks like I will have to have one made. Any suggestions where I could look for the specs with the location for the sending unit etc?

February 08, 2022, 04:43:35 PM
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Re: FF 176 Fuel Tank
« Reply #3 on: February 08, 2022, 04:43:35 PM »
Michael, where are you located - shipping is expensive.
Rick
1971 "170" with 115 Johnson (It's usable but not 100% finished)

1992 230 Explorer with 250 Yamaha

February 08, 2022, 05:26:28 PM
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michaeln001

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Re: FF 176 Fuel Tank
« Reply #4 on: February 08, 2022, 05:26:28 PM »
I am in New Hampshire. There is a local welder here who can fabricate the tank if I can provide the specs. Thanks for the help.

February 08, 2022, 07:10:21 PM
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Re: FF 176 Fuel Tank
« Reply #5 on: February 08, 2022, 07:10:21 PM »
Thanks Jason. It is the same size as the cc17. Looks like I will have to have one made. Any suggestions where I could look for the specs with the location for the sending unit etc?

I reconfirmed the specs on the invoice from the tank I had fabricated….56”x20”x6”  .125 AL.   As far as the specs for sender unit hole, I measured using the old tank I pulled out of hull.  Assuming you still have the old tank, I reckon that’s the most accurate method. 
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February 09, 2022, 01:12:31 PM
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michaeln001

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Re: FF 176 Fuel Tank
« Reply #6 on: February 09, 2022, 01:12:31 PM »
Thanks again. I got the boat without the tank so I am starting from scratch. I think I will wait until spring and get the boat opened up, pull up the floor panel and get the measurements there. There is an inspection port right above the sender that i can use for the location. Really appreciate your time and advise on this.

February 09, 2022, 03:43:33 PM
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RickK

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« Reply #7 on: February 09, 2022, 03:43:33 PM »
Michael you can reach out to Phil at Alloy Metal Works in NY. They were one of the OEMs used by Aquasport. You tell him what model you have and he'll probably have the original drawings. Worth a call.
https://www.alloymetalworks.com/home/4200848
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1971 "170" with 115 Johnson (It's usable but not 100% finished)

1992 230 Explorer with 250 Yamaha

February 09, 2022, 10:06:45 PM
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Re: FF 176 Fuel Tank
« Reply #8 on: February 09, 2022, 10:06:45 PM »
Thanks again. I got the boat without the tank so I am starting from scratch. I think I will wait until spring and get the boat opened up, pull up the floor panel and get the measurements there. There is an inspection port right above the sender that i can use for the location. Really appreciate your time and advise on this.

No problem.  There are a number of threads here to help you determine how to secure the tank….the modified pascoe method is a tried and true way if there isn’t straps already installed. 
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June 29, 2022, 04:06:42 PM
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michaeln001

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Re: FF 176 Fuel Tank
« Reply #9 on: June 29, 2022, 04:06:42 PM »
Hi Rick and Jason,
I just wanted to write and thank you for your good advise. I ordered the tank from metal alloy works in New York. It came in last week and fit like a glove. The guys at metal alloy works were awesome. The price was $425 and the tank came with the sender installed. I really appreciate your help.

Best,
Michael

June 30, 2022, 04:52:02 PM
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« Reply #10 on: June 30, 2022, 04:52:02 PM »
Good to hear.
Rick
1971 "170" with 115 Johnson (It's usable but not 100% finished)

1992 230 Explorer with 250 Yamaha

 

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