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    Default How to fix 22 cal holes in a poly tank

    I have a 1500 gal tank that has 9 holes in it from a 22. I was thinking of drilling the holes out and putting a #10 ss machine screw with a couple fender washers with rubber flat washers and squeezing it together with a nut. I think this will work I was just looking for other ideas on hoe to fix it.

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    Depending on the exact material you can probably weld it. Also, 3M and others have some pretty good two-part plastic repair material. Visit your local bodyshop and they'll be able to help you out.
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    honestly sounds like a bullet proof idea you have for fixing it , did you get the tank that way or was someone being a `richard` to you ??
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    honestly i think the guy that came up withe the bolt and fender washer idea is a complete genius!!!!!!!!!!!! if only the genius could figure out his own float switch problem the worlds problems would be solved!!!! ill be at my disaster soon if u need help
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    tank was brand new this year with no holes in it

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    I will check with the guy who does my body work thanks

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    Food grade silicone will work short term to get you through in a pinch.
    Tap'em if ya got'em.

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    Leak Ender 2000 or Flex Seal,you can cut a boat in half,tape or spray good to go,you've seen the commercial,has to work.

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    In the past I fixed a plastic with a 2 part epoxy made for plastic. I think I got it at the local hardware store.
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