Many people blame aluminum as being a bad material for fuel tanks. actually, it's not. all materials have their strengths and weaknesses, and the problems with aluminum tanks are problems of proper installation, not the material itself. properly installed, aluminum tanks will usually outlast the life of the boat.. Chances are if you know of someone who has replaced an aluminum fuel tank you have heard of sp sheet metal. the region’s leading fuel tank manufacturer since 1962, sp sheet metal is a custom job shop that offers a wide range of metal fabrication services, specializing in fuel tanks but offering much more.. I am installing a new aluminum fuel tank and have some questions. there is a grounding connection on each end of the tank. i think the one on the tank by the fill fitting should be connected with a 14 guage wire to one of the metal filler cap mounting screws..
Installing aluminum fuel tanks, need help! discussion in 'gas engines' started by piperca, mar 24, 2008. aluminum fuel tanks the tanks are being built by the same marine tank company that built the original, 28 years ago. they are still building marine tanks for skipjack, so i'm not too concerned that they are using the correct material.. Home marine aluminum fuel tanks dm marine service is the leading company that provides the best quality marine aluminum fuel tanks for your boats in sydney. we have many years of experience in supplying and installing the aluminum fuel tanks.. Deck fuel fills are notorious for leaking water onto the tops of tanks (why deck hardware leaks, and how to avoid it, is the subject of an upcoming marine systems excellence article), where it often stands, ultimately causing rust or corrosion on steel and aluminum respectively..
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