Yes, it was the 42 gallon tank located in the "coffin" space below the console and aft of the leaning post. The original one had no leaks, since it had always been in fresh water, but the boat sat for about 10 years before I tore into it. I pumped out almost 40 gal of old fuel and there was so much gelatinous old fuel residue left I couldn't cut it enough to get the inside spotless. The baffles were catching a lot of the sludge when I attempted to swish it with acetone. Considering the money I spent on a new motor, I didn't want the fuel supply to be a potential problem. Capeway welding in Plymouth, MA made an exact replica, with the exception of the welds being a work of art and the tank was pressure tested and certified.
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