Repairing leak in water tank of Gulf 32

[Jim Willis]

My water tank is leaking into the bilges so I am afraid to fill it, in case I down the starter or engine. I want to fix this as when I sell my business in the fall (hopefully) I want to go cruising to Marshall Islands,

I have not cut through the fiberglass get to see if tank is plastic or metal. But would 5200 seal either?

Also I am worried about swarf damaging the pressure pump.

This boat has a nice hot and cold shower and kitchen faucets and I do not use water from tank for drinking.
Any advice or knowledge would be welcome.

Thanks

Jim Willis

 

[ggrizzard]

You have NO access to the tank without cutting into something?
Where the heck is it located, encapsulated bilge?

 

[Peggie Hall HeadMistress]

Don't even THINK of using 5200...it's "glue" not a sealant. In fact, it actually has no place anywhere on boat! If the tank is metal and you're determined to repair it, JB Weld is a good choice. Won't work on plastic though.