Gregory Bender

2013 February 12: Check gas tank for leaks (0.50 hours)

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I installed both petcocks and turned them to the off position. That sealed those two holes. For the gas cap hole, I used electrical tape to secure and seal a small plastic adapter for a low pressure/high volume air pump we have for inflating all of the pool toys, etc. I attached the hose for the pump and had my daughter, Darby, hold the pump such that everything would stay in place.

With the pump running, I used a brush to coat the entire exterior surface with a thick mixture of soap and water (heavy on the soap). I found one leak up front, just ahead of the filler neck. Not the best news, but it is much better to deal with it now rather than later.

Location of leak.
Location of leak.

Photo courtesy of Gregory Bender.


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