RV-12 Factory Built Tank

[txaviator]

I opted for the factory built fuel tank.

Would I be correct to assume that the factory did full leak tests before sending the tank?

I'm just thinking ahead before I start the finishing kit. I couldn't find anything in the archives. Any idea?

Thanks,

 

[Mich48041]

Never assume anything. Everyone makes mistakes. Check the tank for leaks. If the tank needs repair, it will be much easier and safer without fuel. Marty had a great idea for sealing the inlet:
http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showpost.php?p=719074&postcount=130
It does not take much pressure to damage the tank. Use a balloon or homemade manometer to detect pressure changes (Leaks).
Joe Gores

 

[Dgamble]

I opted for the factory built fuel tank.

Would I be correct to assume that the factory did full leak tests before sending the tank?

I'm just thinking ahead before I start the finishing kit. I couldn't find anything in the archives. Any idea?

Thanks,

Yes, you should test it, but as a data point mine was perfect.

 

[txaviator]

Thanks. I plan to fully test it. I was just wondering to what extreme the factory might have done so too. Hoping mine is OK like Dave's!

Thanks folks.

 

[Gagarin737]

Am I the only one who likes the smell of proseal?
This forum is great but due to all the negative stories on VAF I was afraid to start the tank. I found it an ok job to do. All the tools where layout before the mixing of the proseal and the tank was ready in a few hours.

 

[Bill_H]

Remember to do this excellent mod!!! See page 16-17 of the Modifications sticky thread. https://picasaweb.google.com/107137...idPlate12272011?authkey=Gv1sRgCLKpwtvXxqnOWg# Can be just glued on the bottom with pro-seal or gasket maker. I doubt that even Mel would call this a "modification!"

 

[DonFromTX]

I did the mod (only AFTER I had broken the seal tightening a fitting onto the tank, making a leak)
If I had it to do over, I would only consider a fitting riveted on like the outlet fitting on the tank. Anytime you break that seal, you will have a leak. Not sure how well the "mod" will work to prevent that.

 

[dwmillsap]

Absolutely test the tank first. Years ago I bought the RV-6A quick build kit and both tanks leaked. I am sure things are better now. But Ronald Reagan said,"Trust but verify.". Words to live by...