Make sure the opening for the fuel return is open into the tank. I got one that was caped off in side and blew the return pipe off when I first started it. They sent me another one that was good.
Bob 1986 Syncro ‘Bullet’ 1991 WESTY ‘Sylvan’
> On Sep 9, 2022, at 14:27, Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote: > > So, the Spectrum gas tank arrived. It seems solid and undamaged. Packing was minimum so I’m pleased it seems fine. > > I’m wondering if folks think it is important to prep the exterior in any way? Undercoat, paint, wax? Or, does it matter as the interior will fail before the exterior? > > How to pressure test? > > I’m still waiting on the soft parts that are needed to complete the refresh so won’t be doing the change until I have everything. > > Tips on tank prep appreciated. > > Eric Caron |
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