Fuel tank on 23 cc

[FELLOW-SHIP]

Should have said this is the method I used to install the tank. I also had the manufacturer of the tank weld two 90 degree brackets in the front and back of the tank that I screwed into the gas tank deck.
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[Daniel]

Thanks. Where might a guy go to get a pressure test done on a tank? Is it best to do it with the tank removed?

[laser]

I ran into that same question with mine. I had taken it out of the boat already to get it checked out. A boat yard buddy said to just fill it with water and check it for leaks - mine leaked!! It turns out that I already had 100 gals. so now the new stainless tank is going to be 1 foot longer for about 20 gals. more.
If you do the water test then you must make sure you can get all the water out [img]images/icons/smile.gif[/img] We've used fuel tank companies (they make and repair tanker truck tanks) to pressure test tanks but they have to make fittings and be careful not to blow out your sender. You might also check with a radiator company.

Bill

I'm promoting the "Yes, Honey it will look as good as the other boat " theory

[Capt Chuck]

Hi Disaster & Generaider
I replaced my 100 gal factory tank in my 1978 23' superfish CC in 1995. I also replaced the floor it sat on. I had a new tank (still square) made here in Fl that was CG approved and Tig Welded. it was 135 GAl. I still had room for a 15 gal fresh water tank from the front of the tank to the rear of the forward deck hold in front of the console. I ran the fill for the fresh water up through the console seat (inside corner& out the side). I can get to the tank through a hatch I installed in the back wall of the forward deck hold. The extra weight makes a big diference. The fuel tank also had "L" brackets welded at the top which screwed into the box stringers. The tank was coated with zinc cromate and cold tar epoxy and foamed in. Any measurements or further questions I can get you if wanted.I think the tank was $600. And I had Mike @ Wildfire Marine here in Stuart do the floor and installation.
Good luck?
Capt Chuck (shellback)

If she asks "how much did it cost?" LIE!

[laser]

HI Capt. Chuck,
Thanks for the info. I'm going to be mounting twin OB on a float bracket (pulled the twin I/Os) and was thinking of putting a fresh water tank in the bow storage box. I have a nice storage area in front of my console where I think you put your water tank. When you said the weight makes a difference I assume the water tank helps the boat ride smoother? Can you send pics of your install?
Bill

[Capt Chuck]

generaider
I had the tank made at "Ever-Nu Tank Corp"
They are near you --->3391 NE 6th Terr, Pompano Bch. It was 135 Gal .125 Alum gauge. TIG weld Coast Guard approved. I looked back in my old records and could not find the dimensions. I think you have a 20' seacraft, so your below deck areas are different and smaller. My fresh water tank butts up against the front of my fuel tank and the back of the below deck hatch in front of the console seat. If you need to put a fresh water tank below deck in a tight space I recommend that you use a bladder tank. They will conform to the space. Go to this link---------------->http://www.onlinemarine.com/cgi-loca....htm?E+scstore. These bladder tanks are easy to install. They are manufactured in Sarasota. West Marine sales them also.If you want some pics, e-mail me and I can try and get what you need.
Capt Chuck

[Capt Chuck]

generaider
Go to Bill Bowers 1979 23 footer (page 2) I put my fresh water tank where the garbage can is sitting. This pic will give you a better idea.

Remember if she asks "how much did that cost?" LIE!

Capt Chuck