We sealed both of my wing tanks with some black goop on the outside and (knock on wood) it has held for about 2 years. I would not want sloshing material coming loose in my header tank. Dan C
On Apr 16, 2010, at 2:43 PM, liggettbill wrote: > My Ercoupe 415C wing tanks show evidence of fuel leaking (both odor, loss of > fuel, and blue staining). Most of the staining is around one of the drain > valve fittings, but there seems to be evidence of seepage along one of the > riveted seams. > > I have been told to use sloshing compound by my AI, but others have said that > this is to be avoided and possibly prohibited by an AD (Does anyone have this > reference)? > > Does anyone know a way to stop leaks by somehow sealing from the outside, > without the time and expense of drilling rivets and resealing from the > inside? > > If not, is sloshing still a viable option?I would appreciate your > recommendations. > > Bill Liggett > >
