Leaking Fresh Water Tank
- Thread starter DanW
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Pirate Lady
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Opinion here. Not fact. it’s unusual for these tanks to just crack, while possible, not likely. That said, the intake or outlet fittings can flex. Check there.
HawkX66
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- Jul 27, 2020
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- Boat Info
- "Tread Knot"
1997 Sea Ray Sundancer 290DA
2020 F350 6.7L
- Engines
- 454 L29 Carb w/ Bravo III
I have a 97 290. The tank seemed to be leaking when I bought it. Turned out to just be the fresh water pump filter had cracked. It's the clear cover in this pic that cracked. I used it as an excuse to remove everything and clean the tank area etc.
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HawkX66
Well-Known Member
- Jul 27, 2020
- 1,344
- Boat Info
- "Tread Knot"
1997 Sea Ray Sundancer 290DA
2020 F350 6.7L
- Engines
- 454 L29 Carb w/ Bravo III
Ultimately all I had to do was replace the filter assembly. They're very cheap. Like $10. It was easier than finding just the cap.
All the extra work was just me removing the tank to give everything a deep clean and to make sure the leaking water didn't cause any issues.
I also replaced the shock absorbing tape around the tank.
Here is a two pack of the strainers on eBay:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-PACK-Lot...2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
And the foam tape I used from Amazon:
Yotache High Density Adhesive Foam Seal Tape 2 in One Roll 2" W X 1/4" T, Weather Strip Insulation for RV, Air Conditioning Window, Garage Door, Total 13 Ft Length
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