Fuel Tank Remove

[rcnight]

ok - so I've started the tank removal on my 83 20' SF. My tank is foamed in and is bedded in crooked making one side more difficult to get at. I'm also attempting this without completely removing the console & T-top. Before I trim back one side of the floor, thought I'd ask if anyone knows of a solvent/liquid that will dissolve the foam. Is that a good idea or potentially a stupid move? Also, is the tank foamed in beneath?

[bigeasy1]

It may sound crazy, but I thought about trying to use a pressure washer to cut through the foam when I removed the tank from my Tsunami.
Fortunatley There was only a very small amount of foam requiring a minimal amout of cutting with a long sawzall blade held in my hand.In my case there was no foam on the bottom of the tank.
The pressure washer would be messy but it might work well to cut through the foam and save some back breaking work

[SandlapperGT]

I've also wondering about solvent. Something like acetone or even paint thinner. Seems like even VE breaks down a lot of different types of foam.

[bigeasy1]

Originally Posted by SandlapperGT

I've also wondering about solvent. Something like acetone or even paint thinner. Seems like even VE breaks down a lot of different types of foam.

It's a polyurethane foam, paint thinner won't touch it, and acetone would have only a minimal effect.The vapors from acetone could also cause some danger from a chance of fire.

[Vezo, Part II]

My 79 MA was foamed from sides but tank was not sitting on floor of coffin, allowing foam to seep below and expand. Carefully used a Saws-All, long blade without Woodie Wood Peckering gel coated floor. Wasn't too bad.

Have you committed to a tank builder yet? Curious of price because I also need a 68-70 gallon. Of course, had to blow most of that cash on a new rifle scope this month!!!

Michael.

[jorgeinmiami]

Just got a quote from Sunshine Marine Tanks here in Miami
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For the 70 gallon replacement $700

[Vezo, Part II]

That's interesting. I spoke to Fossil Man, a member here, about three years ago, and he said that the $10/gallon was not an accurate way to measure/sell fuel tanks. He works there, granted it's been awhile.

Did you request 0.90 Guage aluminum, or upgrade to ..125 inch? Are you having it coal tar epoxied by the builder? Thanks for the info.

Vezo

[rcnight]

Tried acitone with no results. Someone else recommend a pressure washer but in my case space is limited under the console since I don't want to de-rig everything. The fella at FGC told me there's a solvent the works but it also will eat thru fiberglass. Was looking for a redneck solution.

[jorgeinmiami]

MAKE & MODEL

Jorge Perez

CONTENTS

Gas

CAPACITY:

67 Gallons *(net)

DIMENSIONS:

93” L x 23” W x 7.5” H

HARDWARE INCLUDES:

Fill tube 1 1/2” OD, vent tube 5/8" OD, WEMA Electric Sender,

(1) 3/8” Fuel Pick Up at rear of tank, (3) interior slosh baffles.

** Pick up/Draw does not include hose barb – Customer to supply

AVAILABLE:

7-10 Business Days (Processing time after final drawing approval)

BUILD COSTS

COST:

$700.00 our plant

Does not include taxes, custom crate, delivery, shipping

MATERIAL:

* *.125 (1/8”) Aluminum, 5052 H32 Marine Grade Aluminum (560 Lbs.)

******************************** *~domestic*origin ~

OPTIONAL

PAINT

$75 Sherwin Williams – Coal Tar Epoxy (BLK)

SHIPPING (ADDITIONAL)

CUSTOM CRATE (Estimate):

BILLED AFTER DELIVERY

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[gofastsandman]

50 or 70 gal tank.
Pressure washer. Just tape and plastic where you don't want stuff to fly.
Wear a good respirator. That foam is deadly.
Remove the rear bulkhead of the coffin.
You will need to cut a pie hole in the liner to get the fill hose out.
I can shoot you pics if you like.
`89 20 sf