What can I use to fix a leaking plastic gas tank on a riding lawn mower. It appears to be leaking on the seam.
2007-08-27 17:04:02 · 7 answers · asked by mrd 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Unfortunately, replacement seems to be the best answer, thats the weak spot on a tank to begin with. Any lawntractor parts place should carry them, or check the classifieds/craigslist for an old parts tractor cheep.
2007-08-28 02:29:49 · answer #1 · answered by The Kidd 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most of the advice you've received so far is OK. Remember, you are dealing with an explosive liquid (gasoline) which is a solvent as well, so most fixes will deteriorate. There are compounds available which purport to fix this condition, usually available at an auto parts store. Replace the tank!!! There are generic after-market gas tanks which are less expensive than the original replacement part, and should bolt-up on the mower. If you attempt any of the "quick-fix" patching products, over time they will fail...and if they fail when you happen to be running the mower, a fire or small explosion is VERY likely. Do the right thing and replace the tank.
2016-05-19 22:31:36 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
rough it up with some sand paper or steel woool and put several thin coats of pvc pipe cement on it
2007-08-27 23:38:06 · answer #3 · answered by frank 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yup, listen to will. you won't be able to get the crack clean enough to ever seal it so that it won't leak, and you would be riding a fire hazard.
2007-08-27 17:14:25 · answer #4 · answered by car dude 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have had this happen have tried ,JB weld, epoxey, plastic sealer, ended up replacing it,
2007-08-27 17:12:17 · answer #5 · answered by William B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a screw and a rubber washer.
2007-08-27 20:31:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
replace it
2007-08-27 17:14:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋