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Re: Fuel Tank/Repair or Replacement

To: Michael Altomare <MTAltomare@Prodigy.net>
Subject: Re: Fuel Tank/Repair or Replacement
From: Jim <jdeatsc1@rochester.rr.com>
Date: Sun, 19 Sep 1999 15:23:28 -0400
There is a compound called poly sulfide that is a two part material much like
epoxy.
I have used this to repair tanks that were leaking.
It worked great and never again needed attention.
I have not used this for a rust hole only a puncture hole.

Jim


Michael Altomare wrote:

> Has anyone had to either repair or replace their fuel tank?  The tank on my
> '77 1500 has developed a leak that I'll have to either repair (if possible)
> or install a replacement.  If I have to replace it I would like to go with a
> fiberglass one (no more rust), but I don't  know if these are available.
> Any advise is appreciated.
>
> Michael Altomare
> '77 Spitfire 1500
> Kennesaw, GA

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