Belly Tank Removal

Discussion in 'Fiberglass and Composite Boat Building' started by IHTFP, Oct 6, 2005.

  1. IHTFP
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    IHTFP Junior Member

    I have an aluminum belly tank that I need to remove. The tank is sitting between stringers and bulkheads on each end. The tank is foamed in. How do I get the tank out without damaging the stringers and bulkheads? I was thinking of epoxying some wood blocks to the top and then pulling up using come-alongs. Are there eny chemicals that I could pour on the foam to dissolve it without damaging the fiberglass?

    Thanks
     
    IHTFP, Oct 6, 2005
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  2. nero
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    nero Senior Member

    Photos?
     
    nero, Oct 6, 2005
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