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February 05, 2011, 11:03:03 PM
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Re: Poweder coating or bare aluminum for custom gas tank build?
« Reply #15 on: February 05, 2011, 11:03:03 PM »
Matt,

Thank you. Although many members aren't "on board" with Pancoe (and understand why for certain applications) its tough to argue the logic of his recommended tank install. Guess you're aware, your install exactly follows his direction.

I'd say you were well advised. Most importantly, lengthwise support runners beneath the tank (hard plastic). And, their good height off the bilge. And 5200 instruction on bonding the runners to the bilge, then the 5200 bond from the tank to the runners....all Pancoe.

Good job. We have JJ to thank for the applicable link.

February 07, 2011, 02:33:03 PM
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Re: Poweder coating or bare aluminum for custom gas tank build?
« Reply #16 on: February 07, 2011, 02:33:03 PM »
Last thing I want to have to do is replace my fuel tank in the next 10 years. Believe it or not the factory tank in my actioncraft is mounted under the front casting platform above the deck. Its on hard rubber corner supports with lots of room to breath. Its just naked aluminum and I have had no problems in 10 years. Pretty rare you find a stock tank mounted so well without being foamed in.
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