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gas tank leak

Posted: Sat Apr 21, 2001 5:43 pm
by Brian Donahue
hello every one , i have this problem with the sending unit on a 1948 tc . i have installed a new gas tank from moss and a new sending unit as well . i put about 4 gals. of gas in the tank and the gas just pours out all over the place , from around the sending unit seal , which is not very functional . i'm looking for a permanent solution to the problem . please respond with a answer. much thanks to all . brian member # 343 p.s . the original gas cap dosn't fit on the new tank either any clues . Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com

Re: gas tank leak

Posted: Sat Apr 21, 2001 5:50 pm
by sculptart@aol.com
Brian, I had the same problem, as well have many others. Over a year ago I carefully sealed the unit in place with a new gasket and careful application of a good quality gas resistant sealant. Pay close attention to the screws, I don't see how they were kept from leaking even new. I finally made small gaskets out of gasket material and also sealed the threads to the tank. Like I said, over a year ago and no leaks. Ben Cordsen, TC4260

Re: gas tank leak

Posted: Mon Apr 23, 2001 12:44 pm
by Zissel-Kreuztal@t-online.de
Hi Brian, there is a grommet-seal on market. It is around 3-4mm (sorry, I m metric) thick and would solve your problem. For the screws i use "Loctite" thread sealant. lozi (TC3762)

Brian Donahue schrieb:

hello every one , i have this problem with the sending unit on a 1948 tc . i have installed a new gas tank from moss and a new sending unit as well . i put about 4 gals. of gas in the tank and the gas just pours out all over the place , from around the sending unit seal , which is not very functional . i'm looking for a permanent solution to the problem . please respond with a answer. much thanks to all . brian member # 343

p.s . the original gas cap dosn't fit on the new tank either any clues .

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Gas tank leak

Posted: Thu Oct 11, 2007 2:15 pm
by Bob Sleeper
I'd like to thank all those that responded to my request for help on my gas tank sending unit leak. As usual a lot of great advice and information. Again, thanks! BOBS