Leaky Tank

[CBasket]

The tank has a slight leak on my CB77. Does anyone have any pointers on repairing the problem? The leak is right at the seam along the bottom right edge.<br /><br />Thanks.

[georGe]

Seam leaks suck ! <br />How bad of a leak is it and exactly where is it on the tank ?<br />I may be able to help you out repairing it or selling you one.<br /><br />georGe

[CBasket]

Hey George,<br /><br />The leak is very slow. The seam is just damp all the time (I don't think it drips, but the right carb always has a little gas on it).<br /><br />So, I'm up for whatever repair suggestions you have. Or if you've got one you are willing to part with, send me an email.<br /><br />Thanks!<br />Scott<br />smcnamar@hotmail.com

[mrfirebird]

drain the gas, wash it out and solder it. just like a radiator on a car. or take the tank and get it lined with epoxy.

[georGe]

Scott, Iwas gonna email ya but my server has been down.<br />I agree w/ mr.firebird about having it soldered just be careful about where ya take. I have seen more botched jobs than good ones on tanks by so called &quot;PROS&quot;.<br />As for sealing w/ epoxy DO NOT DO IT YOURSELF !!! they forget to mention a key step in the instructions. Theres a place that advertises in Walnecks that does excellant sealing for a decent price.<br /><br />georGe<br />

[splatt]

I just sealed my cl77 tank with this stuff called Kreem. I got it from a local Honda bike dealer. Its a 3 part deal whereas it de-rusts, etches the metal, then seals. Worked real well, and for 33 bucks and a couple days time, well worth it.

[jlerma]

you can also use por-15 which is great. costs aroudn 38 bucks, it comes with some fabric to close holes. works great. It removes old liners in there too<br /><br />http://www.por15.com/product.asp?productid=321<br /><br />worked fine.. my tank is all shiny inside!