Fordor gas tank felt sealer

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Fordor gas tank felt sealer

05-22-2017, 12:46 PM

I am ready to install a replacement gas tank on my 28 Fordor Leatherback. The original 6" X 6" felt was salvagable after removing the hardened tar-like sealer arounf the hole for the tank filler spout. What sealer should I use on the felt before I install the tank?
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05-22-2017, 03:40 PM

I have attached photos of the tank felt as I found it on my old tank and how it looks after I removed the hardened sealer. Would Permatex #2 be good to use around the felt to prevent any spilled gas seepage?

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05-22-2017, 04:01 PM

i would use permatex right stuff its fuel proof...

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