Fuel Tank Install

[rmertz3282]

When I removed my tank I noticed what appeared to be some type of bedding compound. Almost like plumbers putty between the tank flange and the trunk floor. Does anyone know what this might be? I assume it needs something in between these two surfaces. The "bedding compound" was not adhered and was removed quite easily. I was thinking about using 3M strip caulk going back in. Thoughts?

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When I removed my tank I noticed what appeared to be some type of bedding compound. Almost like plumbers putty between the tank flange and the trunk floor. Does anyone know what this might be? I assume it needs something in between these two surfaces. The "bedding compound" was not adhered and was removed quite easily. I was thinking about using 3M strip caulk going back in. Thoughts?

The 3m strip caulk will work just fine. I believe the only reason any type of sealer was used was to prevent moisture from entering the trunk area.
Jim

[Caveman49]

I used the 3m strips on our 66 tank install, worked just fine.

Damn Jim, that’s one bad a*s looking comet you have

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Damn Jim, that’s one bad a*s looking comet you have
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Thank You! I always appreciate positive compliments on my vehicles.
Jim

[SASSY]

When I removed my tank I noticed what appeared to be some type of bedding compound. Almost like plumbers putty between the tank flange and the trunk floor. Does anyone know what this might be? I assume it needs something in between these two surfaces. The "bedding compound" was not adhered and was removed quite easily. I was thinking about using 3M strip caulk going back in. Thoughts?

The 3m strip caulk will work just fine. I believe the only reason any type of sealer was used was to prevent moisture from entering the trunk area.
Jim

Jim, for me it was fumes. I pulled the tank at some point and cleaned up the surfaces. Upon replacing the tank I never used any "bedding". It took several members input to help me realize the problem. Dont remember what I used for bedding.