That old topic...I am replacing my Tank

[Hooper]

Hello Guys-

I am soon to begin the one winter project I need to complete on my '83 23' CC, put a new tank in before next season. I am still on the original tank, so I figure that I better do it now, rather than have it go on me in June...

I have never done anything like this before, but I don't expect it can be as hard as building the pyramids, I hope.

So, before I begin, what advise can you offer me on this project??? I have read all the archived material I can find on the subject, but still know little on what I will have to do.

First I'll need to unwire anything that prevents me from moving the console, then remove the console to have access to the deck, open up the deck and gain access to the tank.

I believe the tank is foamed in, so I will have to remove that somehow... someone on here used a chainsaw, but I am sure there are other ways too.

Remove the tank and bring it to a fabricator.

Once out, I figure I will need to inspect stringers and any other potential probelm areas which I may see with the tank out.

Once built, I'll need to replace the tank and foam it back in place, right???? How the hell does that work and what should I use????

I could really use a few words to point me in the right direction. I figure I will start removing some wiring soon so that I can move the console for access....

Thanks for anyone who might be able to get me started!!!! [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]