Posted 2009-01-17 5:10 PM (#97676) Subject: strapping fresh water tank
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Posts: 119 Location: Fort White, Fla.
I am putting my fresh water tank under the seat in front of the sleeper and was wondering what you al are doing to strap it down to keep it in place, Thanks
Posted 2009-01-18 9:29 PM (#97738 - in reply to #97676) Subject: RE: strapping fresh water tank
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Posts: 5870 Location: western PA
Boat owners that use outboard motors, frequently incorporate removable fuel tanks. On the floor located at each side of the tank, is an elongated "C" shaped cleat, made of nylon or stainless steel. These are screwed into the flooring.
An adjustable strap is located between them, and looped over the top of the tank. When the strap is tightened and secured, the tank is as well. When the strap is loosened, the tank can be removed for cleaning or refueling. One or more of these straps could be used to secure a water tank.
Posted 2009-01-19 4:00 AM (#97746 - in reply to #97738) Subject: RE: strapping fresh water tank
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Posts: 119 Location: Fort White, Fla.
Thanks Gard, I didn't even think about that, I think I must of had mind block because I have been in the marine industry for over 30 years, the paint must be getting to me, Thanks again
Posted 2009-01-19 8:42 AM (#97758 - in reply to #97676) Subject: RE: strapping fresh water tank
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Posts: 5870 Location: western PA
Another way to secure the tank, would be to mount eye bolts into the flooring on each side of the tank, and use one of the light duty, ratcheting load straps between them to secure things.
Outside, the strap rapidly deteriorates with UV exposure, but in an enclosed space, it shouldn't be a problem.
strapping fresh water tank
