Re: Gas Tank Repair - Use Marine Tex

["John Davies" <jdavies@premier1.net>]

I agree with this post 99%. I have used Marine Tex for repairs and was very
impressed - the stuff is very tough and long lasting. It is brittle and
cannot tolerate flexing well. However, it, like any other epoxy, relies on a
roughened surface to get a grip. If you applied it to new glass you could
flip it right off when cured. Be sure to use some fine sandpaper to clean
and roughen the area around the hole, then clean thoroughly with a solvent
like acetone or lacquer thinner.

You will most likely have to get Marine Tex from a boat supply - I have
never seen it elsewhere. Maybe others can suggest alternate sources.

John Davies

----- Original Message -----
From: <BSWANN@arinc.com>
To: <quattro@audifans.com>
Sent: Wednesday, June 23, 1999 4:08 AM
Subject: Gas Tank Repair - Use Marine Tex


> For the gentleman with the punctured Gas Tank.  If you can get to it,
> clean with acetone, then apply a good layer of Marine Tex.  This stuff
> is impervious to most fluids, hardens like steel, and will outlast the
> gastank.
>
> I have used this for these repairs.  Once cured, about 24 hours, will
> hold pressure.
>
> It also works will for small exhaust leaks, especially when used with
> some of the black exhaust wrap, or metal tape that is sold in most
> automotive stores.
>
> Disclaimer: I don't guarantee anything here, as results may vary based
> on application.  What you do with your car is our responsibility.
>
> Ben Swann
> '85 4ksq
> '86 5kcstq (rebuilding)
> '87 5kcstq Wagon
>