drain on fuel tank

[hedgehog69]

I have 2 fuel tanks that have had the brass drain extension twisted off. It was a real bear to get the remaining brass out. First I drilled it to remove as much brass as possible. I then used and easyout and it required a 16" pipewrench to finally get it broke loose and removed. I tried to find something similar..off the shelf..to replace it, but no luck. I ended up just getting a steel plug and teflon tape. this failed. I then got a brass plug and Locktite-type product. This failed. Thinking I may end up just welding this closed. Ideas??? thanks

 

[crasheej]

Have you tried to contact one of the suppliers out there to see if they might have one?

 

[doghead]

It sounds like you need to use a pipe tap and clean out the threads.

Use a thread sealant that is fuel rated.

 

[hedgehog69]

Have you tried to contact one of the suppliers out there to see if they might have one?

DUh on my part ..I am trying to remember the name(s) ...will continue to search

 

[crasheej]

I've seen several on here someplace