Leaking Gas Tank at Seam

[MtnHermit]

My "brand new" refurbished Husky 435R had its first tank of gas disappear, only ran it 10-min. Today I added a few ounces of gas and watched and wiped with a paper towel. As soon as I dried the inside of the handle, fresh gas would appear at the seam.

Is this common?

Just sent an email to VMinnovation so we can swap 435's.

 

[computeruser]

Yeah, they all do that.

Of course it's not right. The thing is defective. Time to find a new tank/handle assembly, or some plastic weld.

 

[jus2fat]

First off...Identify exactly where the leak is in tank seam..

Drain gas/oil mix..let dry..then clean with solvent...(to remove oil residue)..

Rough-up the repair area with wet/dry sandpaper..use dry...

Apply 3-M 8001 weatherstrip & gasket adhesive and let it dry overnight...

This stuff cures rock hard..and is totally gas and oil resistant..!!

Problem over..!! (I've used this stuff for 40+ yrs..!!)

J2F

 

[jus2fat]

Just sent an email to VMinnovation so we can swap 435's.

Maybe that's a better solution than you fixing it..??

If you do as I suggested...that "VMinnovation" place likely won't accept it back..!!

Was just sayin' how to fix it...and of course the "fix" will be obvious..!!

J2F

 

[Boleclimber]

Here is a good how to thread at fixing gas tank seams.

http://www.arboristsite.com/chainsaw/166459.htm

 

[MtnHermit]

Thanks all, fortunately I won't have to fix the seam leak.

I sent an email to VMinovations, the etailer who sold me the refurb, and in an hour I had a reply. They then had FedEx email a return label. I printed the label and will take it to town tomorrow. Should have a new refurb in a week or two.

Pretty good service if I say so myself.

My guess is the leaking tank was why it was returned and Husky's inspection missed it. I used a Sharpie and wrote "leaking seam" on the handle, shouldn't miss it again.

 

[nmurph]

Here is a good how to thread at fixing gas tank seams.

http://www.arboristsite.com/chainsaw/166459.htm

I can attest that this method works well. I have done a couple of tanks and they have held up well.

 

[mecreature]

Thanks all, fortunately I won't have to fix the seam leak.

I sent an email to VMinovations, the etailer who sold me the refurb, and in an hour I had a reply. They then had FedEx email a return label. I printed the label and will take it to town tomorrow. Should have a new refurb in a week or two.

Pretty good service if I say so myself.

My guess is the leaking tank was why it was returned and Husky's inspection missed it. I used a Sharpie and wrote "leaking seam" on the handle, shouldn't miss it again.

When did you buy the saw? Its good to see them take care of this.

 

[MtnHermit]

When did you buy the saw? Its good to see them take care of this.

Late Jan. I was one of many who got one for ~$142. Here's the thread.

 

[mecreature]

Late Jan. I was one of many who got one for ~$142. Here's the thread.

I read that thread and several others i could find. I've been looking at them for a long time
and got one a few weeks ago. I used it this last weekend. I ain't feelin the love just yet.
I'm not giving up just yet. It starts great and runs good.