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Best gas tank sealer

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BACKINTANG

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I did a search but could not come up with the best type of sealer to use when installing a new tank. I thought about using black RTV. What are y'alls suggestions?
 
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Originally they used strip caulk sealer. 60 feet for $10 or $12. Available through most vendors or your local auto paint supply.
 

krash kendall

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I used seam sealer in a caulking gun tube.
 

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3M brand strip caulk work's very well.
 
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plumbers putty for me
 
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