On Sunday, June 06, 2010 03:12:22 pm Joe Curry wrote:
> If you have a leak at the point where the adapter is attached to the tank,
> it is quite possible that you can braze the connection and stop the leak.
>
> Just remember if you do, to fill the tank completely with water in order to
> purge any remaining fumes after draining the gas.
>
> Joe
>
Gary, Joe,
I would be careful using a torch on a tank even if it was "purged". I
attempted the same thing way back in the late 60's on a 3 tank. I even had the
tank 3/4 full of water at the time but it exploded anyway. I was lucky to have
survived. Only some cuts on the chest and legs.
I would guess as long as you smell gas, there is a risk.
If it was me, I would source a new tank and let this one sit for awhile to
vent and use as a spare.
I see 4, 6 tanks on Ebay all the time. A 6 tank can be used. Just plug the
vent or install the 6 vent system.
Bob
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