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Well, it was time to re do the Top Gun, I have had it for a month now and it's time!! New cockpit, New paint, oh yea and the reason for all this to begin with..... new fuel tanks. has a leak in one of the tanks and did not want to chance anything. so they are both gone !! Thanks to LSjr. he will post some pics for me throughout the project as I am far from computer literate. So far removing the tanks... SUCKED !!
But I am leaving the engines alone...
But I am leaving the engines alone...
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How did you know the fuel cells were leaking? fuel in the bildge?
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Please post the process.
That sucks that you had to replace them. The boat isn't that old for that to have happened.
That sucks that you had to replace them. The boat isn't that old for that to have happened.
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I consistantly had a little fuel in the bilge, and alot of fumes everytime I opened the hatch. I inspected every hose clamp, sening unit etc.. I could see before pulling the tanks. I found a small 6 inch crack on the weld of the tank. The foam was soaked with fuel. I was driving a time bomb, so I am glad I did remove the tanks. I have pictures that I will post Monday.
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that does suck! Well, now I'll know if I ever have that issue.
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The old owner has stepped up to the plate and said he would pay for the new tanks. it was a question I had before buying the boat, and was told nothing was wrong. At leastit is taking care of. I have a 4 year old that loves the boat .... thats all I need to say !!!
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