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Old 01-28-2008, 10:11 AM
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Default Fixing A Fuel Tank Leaking Rivet
I found this link to a step by step procedure for using the Loctite 290 to seal rivets. Using a vacuum to draw the Loctite in was interesting. Be VERY carefully to purge the tanks of all fumes before drawing tank air into a sparking motor. Also, the Loctite 290 seals better if used in warm temps, 80F +.

I thought I would start a new thread for future use.

http://www.seqair.com/skunkworks/Mai.../TankLeak.html
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So far so good! The 2 weeping rivets are still sealed tight after 3 hours of flying.
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