Cutting into a Fuel Tank

[jdham137]

A friend of mine is looking to have his diesel tanks cleaned. The only access into the tanks is the fill neck. He already has a portable 120v filter system that he's going to use to polish his fuel. I remember seeing once in a magazine of a way to cut a hole into a tank and then sealing it with a new cover that was a little bigger than the hole. It was a plate that would screw into place. Has anyone seen something like this and where we could get them? Thanks.

[model 10]

They have the kits you are talking about above the counter at Svendsen's in Alameda.

[slowshoes]

You can give these guys a try too: http://www.seabuilt.com/about.php

[Draikhyan]

You mean something like this:

Round Watertight Compression Deck Plates - Armstrong | Fisheries Supply
Damme Kunststoffen kunststof deksels

They're from Armstrong. But i don't know if they're suitable for diesel.
Water tight Deckplates by Armstrong Nautical Products

[RTB]

Yep, seabuilt is the way to go. I installed mine about 4 years ago. No leaks....so far.



Ralph

[jdham137]

Thanks for the info guys, I'll forward these to my buddy.