I have tried J.B. stik and it leaks after about 36 hours. The crack is all the way through and is about 4 inches long. It sits at the very bottom of the tank so it has to withhold all of the pressure. Sears wants $51 for a new tank, just can't see spending that on a piece of plastic.
2007-09-19 02:45:29 · 19 answers · asked by mattie 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Mattie,,,as far as I know there is No reliable way to repair those fuel tanks.
Few adhesives will withstand gasoline,,,
Among those, even fewer will bond to plastic.
And then even furthermore,,,the new alcohol content in gasolines have made situation even worse.
JB woulda worked on a metal tank,,or even fiberglass,,,,but not plastic.
Now,,,MAYBE the "Good News"
Murray and Sears had a Recall on the riding mower tanks
You MIGHT "qualify" for a Free Replacement
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml05/05029.pdf
""""6. The subject rear-engine riding lawnmowers’ fuel tanks can crack and leak
fuel and the leaking fuel can ignite, posing a burn or fire hazard to consumers.
7. From 1999 through 2001, Sears received approximately 1,600 reports of
fuel leakage and fuel tank cracking associated with the subject rear-engine
riding lawnmowers. Sears replaced the fuel tanks on the lawnmowers.
8. On four occasions between July 1999 and September 2001, Sears
forwarded to Murray reports of consumers alleging fuel tank leaks on the subject
rear-engine riding lawnmowers. During this period, Sears and Murray
communicated about the fuel tanks leaking.""""""""
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http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/consumer-protection/recalls/murray-lawn-tractors-with-remotemounted-fuel-tank-recall/index.htm
April 2006
Murray lawn tractors with remote-mounted fuel tank
Problem:
Fuel tank could crack, leak, and pose fire hazard.
Products:
93,500 40- and 42-inch lawn tractors with 1.4-gallon remote fuel tank sold 1/97 to 10/02 at lawn-equipment retailers, including Home Depot, Central Tractor, and the U.S. Army Air Force Exchange Services. Tractors came in red and black or all black, and bear the following model numbers (located on nameplate under seat): 40507X8, 40536X4, 405618X81, 42504X71, 42504X99, 42510, 42512X99, 42542X6, 42543X6, 425610X99, 425612X99, and 42575X81. There have been two reports of fire, but no injuries.
What to do:
Stop using tractor and call any Murray service center to arrange for free fuel-tank replacement. For information, call 800-316-1073 or go to www.murray.com.
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Good Luck
( I would say,,,"I'll keep my fingers crossed that You DO have one of the Dangerous,Leaking,Fire-Starting Gas Tanks..."
But I dunno if that would sound right :)
Seriously,,BE CAREFUL
2007-09-19 03:07:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
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I am trying to mend a crack in the gas tank of my craftsman riding mower. Any suggestions?
I have tried J.B. stik and it leaks after about 36 hours. The crack is all the way through and is about 4 inches long. It sits at the very bottom of the tank so it has to withhold all of the pressure. Sears wants $51 for a new tank, just can't see spending that on a piece of plastic.
2015-08-13 13:59:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 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.
2007-09-19 03:10:40 · answer #3 · answered by jameshelwig_2000 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
There is not a lot of pressure at the bottom of a little gas tank. It is just a bad leak.
I think $51 to make a $1500 mower work safely is a good deal. If Sears had used metal instead of plastic throughout that mower it probably would have cost another $1000 but would give you no grief.
2007-09-19 03:23:14 · answer #4 · answered by Rich Z 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Riding Mowers At Sears
2016-12-14 06:59:45 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There aren't many things that can fix a gas tank because of the solvent properties of gasoline. JB weld and silicones are not going to work. There is an epoxy gas tank sealer out there that works really well and is permanent. Go ask someone at a parts counter for some and make sure to tell them it is a plastic tank. Then follow the directions.
2007-09-19 03:15:28 · answer #6 · answered by bmcbrewer 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Your options are limited. I would just get the new tank and be done with the frustration. Whats 51 dollars? You blow that much eating out at a restaurant or buying junk food. At least you would still have a mower.
2007-09-19 02:58:52 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
ive been through this. Spend the $51 or try to find a cheaper aftermarket tank. Most of those products require intense prep of the area before applying. They stick but gasoline is a solvent and eventually leaks.
2007-09-19 02:56:09 · answer #8 · answered by nigel v 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Spend the money on the tank. Most of the sealers won't work on plastic with gasoline, which is a strong solvent, involved.
2007-09-19 02:52:27 · answer #9 · answered by khrome_wind 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
use j-b weld or quick steel
quick steel is a putty and made by same company
i like it because it works faster i have used it on gas tanks of cars and trucks and it is still working after 10 years
whereas with j-b weld you need 24 hrs. before it is completely set
just be sure the area is clean when appling with either product
2007-09-19 03:13:05 · answer #10 · answered by Gary B 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋