spare fuel tank in the cuddy?

[Rokefin]

I surrender!
There is just too much concern with the tank in the cuddy. Even though it is properly installed - vented to the outside, filled from the outside, it is at the very front of the cuddy which is the problem. Too bad, it looks like a factory install - really a clean install.
Also I don't like the smell of fuels. I believe it would function properly without any issues but I am sure the coast guard would not allow it, so they will be my next call.

Don't ever take me seriously cuz I would never take the chance of blowing myself up. I do not own the boat so I will seriously discuss this issue with the owner.

Out of respect to all fishermen/hunters/outdoor enthusiast  and anybody - regulations should be followed.

Fish on and enjoy- life is good

"Rookie"fin

[Tom Mac]

The last boat I had, a 10 gal tank in the front under the deck, was grounded, vented out side and filled from outside. Never a problem and never any fuel smell, it would be a shame if you could not use it.

[StreamFixer]

I agree.  Get it inspected and if it passes (from the sounds of things it should), use it.

StreamFixer

[Wyrguy]

Stroker, yes a Canadian, and thank you for the compliment. The laws, regulations, & standards that Transport Canada have in place are exact copies (basically) of the US & European ISO standards with a few minor exceptions (metric conversions)

Having said all that,  I find some of these 'guesses' and summations about what someone THINKS the regulations say, incredulous!!! The regulations are the law, And then, they're only the MINIMUM! Having a cuddy door open and saying it provides more ventilation than the stern area is like comparing an apple and an orange. They're both spherical shaped fruit that grow on a tree... but that's all they have in common. Do you sleep or maybe spend time in that area, no. If there isn't an above deck fuel fill and external vent, dragging a fuel hose in to fill, are there any fittings below the top static level of the tank? If it's aluminum, is it spaced a minimum of 1/4" at the bottom off of deck structure measured when the tank is full? These are all violations... SERIOUS life threatening violations.
If someone wants to do these things to their boat, fill your boots!!! If someone asks the question if it's OK to do, I'll keep banging my head against the brick wall, but the standards are the minimum.
If anyone wants any help or additional information, PM me. No question is dumb or silly.

Rick


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Here is a question Rick. What makes it a serious life threatening violation? (Other than violating the code you listed) Or worded differently, what potentially harmful things could come about from a fuel system such as this?
-Shawn

Rickdickulous


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