fixing stainless tank

Discussion in 'Materials' started by steveg1100, Sep 26, 2006.

  1. steveg1100
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    I have a stainless steel fuel tank that has a small pinhole were it is leaking. The tank is in very good condition apart from this. Is it possible to have the tank repaired or is it better to have a new one built. The tank is out of a sharkcat and it is sealed under the floor so require high reliability. (don't want to cut open the floor again)

    Opinions or past experience expressed would be greatly appreciated.
     
    steveg1100, Sep 26, 2006
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    Thanks Sam I have being thinking best way to go is to get a new one made the big question is will it be better to stick to stainless or go to aluminium.
     
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