gas tank hatch

[Capt. Bob]

so i was thinking about putting s smaller tank in the belly say half of the size of the belly itself.What are your feelings of useing the other half to put the bats in ? can this be a ignigtion hazard? how could i vent the tank section?

Have that setup on my 210 WAC but would not recommend it to anyone. I created a false bulkhead between the two and I try and be as aware as possible for leaks in the fuel section. During regular use, I have no concerns. Hooking up a battery charger or removing a battery (cable disconnect) leads to spark generation so I try and keep all the hatches open when the boat is docked.

Could it blow up? I'm thinking so.
Boats do tend to explode when not vented properly after fueling.
Have I had problems with this setup?
I'm still typing.

[bayman]

A smaller say 20 gallon freshwater tank would be a good idea. I gain some weight with out the need to vent the hatch along with the fear of a explosion

[CLM65]

A smaller say 20 gallon freshwater tank would be a good idea. I gain some weight with out the need to vent the hatch along with the fear of a explosion

Of course I was thinking freshwater washdown system.  Might as well make it functional !