Petcock not sealing to tank

[Anonymous]

I just received my repaired fuel tank, and installed it to verify no leaks. There was a slight leak around the petcock mating surface which appears to be caused by a small amount of warpage (you can feel thast it is not 100% flat). Any suggestions for leveling the surface, or a sealant that would hold up to constant exposure to gasoline? Thanks.

[Anonymous]

You have to make sure it is not leaking through the bolt threads, they are through holes and leak unless new special cork/paper washers are used when mounting. You can use Loctite 515 gasket eliminatior, it works great on threads and surfaces; gas does not effect it.

Hope this helps,

Andre

[volks28]

mine was leaking through the bold threads. A little (blue!) loctite did the trick!

[Ghostgs1]

You may want to look for Hylomar polyurethane sealant. I don't know if it is widely available, but Pingel sells it. It works.

[Ghostgs1]

You may want to look for Hylomar polyurethane sealant. I don't know if it is widely available, but Pingel sells it. It works.