Stainless Steal Gas Tank

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SURFERJRB

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I came upon a good condition 65 gallon SS gas tank. Just curious on the thoughts for using this in my V-20? Other than the weight verus aluminm any draw backs to going with SS? The size is 2'x1'x4'3".
 
SURFERJRB said:
I came upon a good condition 65 gallon SS gas tank. Just curious on the thoughts for using this in my V-20? Other than the weight verus aluminm any draw backs to going with SS? The size is 2'x1'x4'3".
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IMHO If it fits I'd go for it. SS will not corrode like Alum will, and 65 gals should be enough for most trips. :head:
 
check CG regs

You may want to check CG regs, or ABYC recommendations. My recollection is that stainless is not permitted in new boat construction or inspected vessels because it is subject to pinhole corrosion. It's a lot of work to R & R the tank. Why risk a problem shortly down the road?
 
tuna_tower said:
You may want to check CG regs, or ABYC recommendations. My recollection is that stainless is not permitted in new boat construction or inspected vessels because it is subject to pinhole corrosion. It's a lot of work to R & R the tank. Why risk a problem shortly down the road?
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From ABYC web site...

Q. What are the limitations for the use of stainless steel in fuel tank applications? A. Stainless steel can be used for both gasoline and diesel fuel tanks. However, for gasoline tanks, the tank cannot be any larger than 20 gallons and it must be cylindrical with domed ends. There are no restrictions on size for diesel tanks.

Sounds like that tank would be OK for a diesel application, not gas.
 
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