khayyam 68 Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 I need to repair or replace our old plastic drinking water tank. It's developed a leak along the seam. Ideally I could find a replacement of the same size, as it fits perfectly under the berth. A quick trip to burnsco/smart/sailors was no good for a match. Does anyone know where I might be able to find a replacement (75cmx30cmx14cm, approx 31 L)? Or if there's a way of repairing the seam on the old tank? Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 Depending on the plastic, it is possible to get plastic welding done. Would be cheaper than a new tank, but Iif you have to get a new one, go stainless. For a box shape you might just be surprised how cost effective it is to have it fabricated to your own specs. Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 Contest is right. Get it welded. Most use ultrasound and the welds seem as good as new. Industrial Plastics in East Tamaki fixed a bilge pump for me and its as strong as new! Link to post Share on other sites
khayyam 68 Posted September 19, 2011 Author Share Posted September 19, 2011 thanks guys, both good ideas. i think i'll go with the plastic welding route. anybody used the guys on archers road in glenfield? much more convenient for me than east tamaki. Link to post Share on other sites
rigger 47 Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 Know a guy in Warkworth that has a plastic welder. He might be able to help. Link to post Share on other sites
khayyam 68 Posted September 22, 2011 Author Share Posted September 22, 2011 plastic repair company, archers rd, glenfield. $40, 1 day turnaround, no more leak. couldn't be easier! Link to post Share on other sites
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