portable fuel tank leak

[rbigg]

My 6 gal portable o/b fuel tank leaks around the swivel fitting on top of<br />the tank. It seems to do this when internal pressure builds up. Even<br />opening the screw down vent doesn't give enough pressure relief to prevent<br />the oozing fuel around the swivel fitting.<br /><br />Is this an operator problem, or do I need to get a replacement tank. Any<br />particular ones to stay away from?

 

[ZmOz]

Re: portable fuel tank leak

Not quite sure what you're talking about...is it something you can tighten? If not it sounds like it's time for a new tank. 6 gallon plastic tank is only $20-30.

 

[rbigg]

Re: portable fuel tank leak

Can't tighten. My tank has a swivel fitting at the point on top where the hose joins the pickup tube. <br /><br />If this isn't an operator problem, I guess I'm concerned about getting another bad one. Do all the tanks like this one have this problem? Or, is it only this one? <br /><br />If they all have this problem, then I need to go to a different model or brand. Between Bass Pro, West Marine, and Boat US, there are lots of brands and types to pick and choose from. <br /><br />Just wondered if this is a common problem, or rare.

 

[Bazooks]

Re: portable fuel tank leak

Try looking for a place that does Plastic welding. I had the same problem 2 years ago. No problem since

 

[ZmOz]

Re: portable fuel tank leak

Tempo tanks are pretty good. They make ALOT of them. My 12 gallon is holding up fine...

 

[rbigg]

Re: portable fuel tank leak

Tempo it will be. Thanks.