Hole in a Gas Tank Repair

[@alansarmiento8014]

Mah man i follow ur procedure its great its hard as a stone!! Well done again!! Thankz 4 ur tips!!👍👍👍..⭐⭐⭐..!!

[@likejury]

is your repair still working or if not how long did it last.

[@davidferguson9673]

@@likejury Talked to multiple local mechanics about this.. should hold for a week maybe a month tops. If it doesn't hold and its by the muffler it will catch on fire... used tank at scrap yard costs me $75 and labor $200

[@likejury]

@@davidferguson9673 I have a Toyota Tacoma which is a plastic tank nowhere near the muffler so far it's been holding 4 months no problem whatsoever, however I used to screw in plug so all I did is have to seal the plug in the area around it. I don't see any problems developing from this, I do most of my own mechanic work myself and consider myself a better mechanic than most. A Tacoma gas tank is about $1,000 if you can find them. Update 07/27/19 no problems no leaks as good as new.

[@rd4908]

mike JB weld is not petroleum resistant. Get a Gas tank repair kit from auto parts store. If can’t, get the pc-11 two part marine epoxy or fiberglass putty. No need to empty the gas tank or leave the gas cap off

[@htatesil4192]

Some tweakers decided too drill a hole in my tank dont they know a spark could happen and blow up

[@samysalvador666]

People stole 2 gallons of gasoline and left 1/2 inch hole on my gas tank. I never understood why people have to steal. Now I have to fix my truck gas tank. Thanks for the video.

[@frontlinecarskingcity6040]

So someone put a hole in your gas tank to steal your gas

[@samysalvador666]

@@frontlinecarskingcity6040 yes, in east Los Angeles. People steal gas and the catalytic. Or steal the cars, recently is getting worse.

[@jimmylabb5868]

I would screw in the hole with a bolt wrap in teflon tape then do the epoxing afterward for a nice and permanent seal.

[@arontesfay2520]

@@jimmylabb5868 An NPT plug would work better than a bolt but the teflon tape would certainly prevent any leaks in either case.

[@Hellbent7069]

Cause people are on drugs and that's where all their money goes to feed their habit, they dont have money for fuel so they steal it. Same thing happened to me. My friend just got his catalytic converter cut off his truck parked on the street.

[@BrettonFerguson]

With gas above $5 a gallon, I think this video will start getting a lot of views.

[@zaclp1301]

That’s why I’m here

[@xiucoatl82]

same

[@kadenwheat1524]

Exactly why I’m here lol

[@nickbryant2318]

Just found 3 holes in mine!

[@edercharre3301]

Yes,some body stole my gas and make a big 🕳

[@IMCcanTWEESTED]

Cut out a patch out of the side wall of a cheap plastic gas container 4x the hole's diameter. I knew that would not melt. Put it over the hole using gasoline-resistant sealant like Seal-All or a 2 part epoxy resin like JB Weld. Check it once in a while, though. Gasoline resistant is not gasoline proof. There is always the possibility of a leak. But it will get you back on the road until you have the time and $$$$ to replace the gas tank

[@MindScraper]

I agree with you

[@JoshuaCussins]

How did it hold up? I had a hole on the top if my tank from when I bought it. Crazy. There was jb weld already on it but it wasn't holding pressure and tripped the engine light, same code has faulty gas cap (tank not holding pressure). I removed. Cleaned and replaced with better jb weld. Said it would work on plastics and with gasoline. It worked for a while but is now leaking air and a little gas again. Im to the point where I've gotten all the old jb weld off again and the tank is off the vehicle. This time I'm thinking of, first obviously remove any remaining fuel, then clean good with water, let dry. Then attempt to weld the hole closed with a soldering iron and small amount scrape edge tank plastic material over hole. Either that or a nylon bolt with rubber washer, either tap out the hole or remove fuel pump to reach hand inside tank, put nylon bolt with rubber washer coming from inside, going out the hole, with another rubber washer and nylon nut on outside. Possibly thread the hole aswell and use some sort of pvc pipe glue that will fuse the nylon bolt and plastic tank hole together. Anyways any takes?

[@MindScraper]

To this day it is holding up well. My car is from 2000 and doesn't have this pressure alarm. I checked and it doesn't appear to be leaking. I hope you can solve your problem.

[@MrCoolProjects]

Mine lasted like 4 months.

[@TheXmanmtbr2]

Only one problem. The JB weld material is hard as rock and the fuel tank is plastic which actually expands and contracts slightly based on temperature and weight. Eventually the two materials will seperate. Hopefully your repair is for a temporary purpose.

[@MindScraper]

The repair may be temporary but it continues to last today.

[@howboutthis2110]

​@@MindScraperit still lasts after 5 years of so imma go this route to fix mines

[@user-gb4hl5qj2x]

Will this work on metal tank?

[@MindScraper]

My tank is plastic but I could also try it on a metal tank.

[@MindScraper]

@howboutthis2110 How was your repair?

[@jmjosemora16]

Looks like you did a good thorough job. How has it held up?

[@MindScraper]

Nice until today

[@joshnewton1243]

​@MindScraper did you reapply or find another avenue?

[@rd4908]

JB weld is not petroleum resistant. Get a Gas tank repair kit from auto parts store. If can’t, get the pc-11 two part marine epoxy or fiberglass putty. No need to empty the gas tank or leave the gas cap off

[@frontlinecars20yroldfinds78]

So what are you saying it's not good to do or you don't recommend that easy fix?

[@user-lw6sp5pk1y]

Im researching this subject topic as i, too, was a victim of theft. I called JB Weld today, and they said the original is fuel resistant. Only the original.

[@rd4908]

@@user-lw6sp5pk1y keep us posted

[@craighoskins7488]

My concern is will the fuel ( gasoline ) eat through it in time ?

[@MindScraper]

On the packaging it says to be resistant to gasoline and apparently it is.

[@hunterscott7592]

I fixed mine with a proper sized fine tooth bolt coated in JB Weld, worked perfectly. Just using the JB Weld on a hole that big didn’t seem like a long term solution, but I hope it holds for you

[@MindScraper]

This way of yours seems like a good approach.

[@Sasinghp]

Thank you so much! Fixed mine the same way. Holding well so far.

[@AJdada815]

How long did it hold for?

[@edgarsoto6356]

?

[@MindScraper]

I'm glad I helped

[@mp4338]

You forgot to use the sand paper before the vinegar and totaly cleaning the metal (tank) surface. The stick product is excelent for the metal surface but beeing very clean, no rust, no dirty, etc. Keep going.

[@MindScraper]

Thanks 👍

[@davekleiboeker4614]

Scouring pads sand also. Try it on your truck😅

[@anishanand3705]

Hello sir did you have to apply it twice to cover the hole?? I have the same size on mine too.

[@MindScraper]

I applied it twice to reinforce it but if the hole is too big we might have to apply two coats for that reason. If it is larger, we may have to use something to cover the hole before applying JB Weld.

[@FREEFILMSALEX]

@@MindScraperis that Tequila? Vegetable oil? the stuff in the bottle

[@MindScraper]

@FREEFILMSALEX Vinegar

[@MindScraper]

@FREEFILMSALEX But the goal is to clean grease and oil

[@DarrelllCampbelll]

For those of you that a victims of theft. This will last the life of the vehicle if done correctly.

[@MindScraper]

I believe it will last.

[@CruisingTheLand]

I fixed a pin hole this way: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2i5oaF7pJmHq6c

[@johndc2998]

I have a rust hole in my 2009 tank, can I do this or only for drilled hole when someone stole ur gas?

[@MindScraper]

If you go over it with sandpaper and then clean it, I believe it will work.

[@mp4338]

Bingo w/these materials, Thanks a lot for infos. Keep going w/other infos. I use sometime this material and all the time I was very happy. Good product.

[@MindScraper]

I'm glad I helped

[@frontlinecarskingcity6040]

So after you use vinegar you use it again after you was done to clean the surface

[@MindScraper]

No

[@_Reals]

DOPE!!!!!!!!!! EXACTLY WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR!

[@octagusjohnson3707]

I GOT YOU.....LOL

[@MindScraper]

I'm glad I helped

[@Megalocade]

I had a hole in mine from thief's my own fault for leaving the under cover off. It's a metal tank, I used an m8 5mm long flanged bolt with 1mm thread pitch, tapped the hole up to a 8mm thread, the tap was able bend the metal up inside the tank for a good thread length, used a copper washer and job done, my car has plastic under covers now so tank isn't visible but I have a drain plug now.

[@arontesfay2520]

It's better to use an aluminum/fiber/nylon washer. Copper will cause the steel tank to rust around the plug. It's called galvanic corrosion.

[@Memo-nd6fj]

@@arontesfay2520 Good to know!

[@joshmartinez1787]

This just happened to me today . Just wonder how long has your work lasted ? Have you ad any issues ? Leaks ? Thank you

[@MindScraper]

No problems at all until today.

[@timeyre9985]

this happed to me today, noticed a leak someone has milked the diesel from my tank

[@Gohot229]

So...... did it LAST ?? thanks for the video. today August 5 2022

[@MindScraper]

To this day and continues

[@roymefou7555]

It look like it work but did it hold up against the gasoline and how long did it hold before I give out again

[@MindScraper]

I can only say that until today it is OK and I used it for other cases and only one went wrong but for having applied little JB weld. Then it was OK

[@goldskin9166]

t gas in and now I have a leak again

[@goldskin9166]

@@MindScraper What was the exact job weld. because I used some and pu

[@francisgoonan7271]

Curious now after so many years, is it still holding up?

[@MindScraper]

I appreciate you sharing your experience.

[@Balisticcomicsllc]

Just went outside today to turn on my car and I have 2 to 3 holes in my gas tank I don't have the money to replace a whole gas tank Will this work for that as well

[@MindScraper]

I believe it will work

[@MindScraper]

I know that feeling

[@Balisticcomicsllc]

Thank you it's getting bad out there

[@OmarAhmad-n2v]

What is the orange substance that you put on the scouring pad?

[@MindScraper]

vinegar

[@haulaway5984]

Will this work on a plastic gas tank

[@alocamaro]

Hes repairing a plastic gas tank in case you cant tell

[@MindScraper]

Yes

[@teab.3652]

$6 is what it cost me for the stuff needed.. apposed to the $1000 (that I dont have) as a deductible. Thank you so much, I passed this video to my older bro who said "yes that will work". Some pile of pig vomit drilled my tank.. hope it was worth the $10 bucks that was in it..

[@yungboysims]

Did it hold up??

[@MindScraper]

Yes no problem

[@yungboysims]

@@MindScraper I ended up just replacing the whole tank myself got a used tank for 87$ labor was 8 hours😅 trial n error but I got her done!!!

[@MindScraper]

@@yungboysims OK job done

[@tebv4144]

How is it holding up? recently had my fueltank drilled.. JB products arriving next week...

[@MindScraper]

have you tried it?

[@tebv4144]

@@MindScraper yes, i used the normal one. Sandpaperd around the hole. Cleaned it real well and applied. Rock solid after 24h. Drove all summer with it no issues, even a road trip. New tank arrived 3 months later.

[@32Mark_]

Great video. I bought the Jb steel but looks like the 2part epoxy works better. Just a few questions wat exactly were you using to clean the surface ? And how long does it takes to cure ?

[@MindScraper]

I used vinegar that is used to season the salad. It takes 24 hours to cure. But I used 2 layers and applied the second one month later. I wanted to make sure it was going to work before sanding and painting.

[@honeypineda9804]

So would u say this works better then the puddy

[@edgarsoto6356]

How is it now? I want to try this did you get it at autozone?

[@MindScraper]

Until today it's fine. No problem.

[@simonnordkvist3486]

doesit work on plastic tank aswell?=

[@MindScraper]

Yes

[@walterjunovich6180]

Idk what J. B. Weld is made of . But they probably could have used it to glue tiles on the Space Shuttle !!

[@MindScraper]

Maybe

[@erick05]

What level of sandpaper did you use?

[@MindScraper]

I don't remember but it was something like P120 sandpaper

[@pidtom]

Some just drilled a hole in my trucks gas tank today. Trying this method now. Thanks.

[@MindScraper]

It would be nice if you would tell us later how that was. I hope it goes well.

[@samsteel4456]

@@jksouthern a drill into the gas tank will not explode. If a spark is produced while drilling, it will possibly light any fuel that is leaking onto the ground. It won't explode as it is not pressurized nor atomized. Any fuel that is in a container without oxygen will not burn nor explode.

[@stuart8219]

Lol drilling in plastic dont explode.. lol think

[@htatesil4192]

They got me a few days ago

[@user-gb4hl5qj2x]

How long did it last. ? I see the post is in 2017

[@MindScraper]

To this day it remains ok

[@MindScraper]

I have to make a video to show it.

[@jorgehighschool_vlogs8205]

How do you drain out the gas tank?

[@MindScraper]

In my case, the hole was in the lowest place, but what matters is that the hole area is clean and dry.

[@ebeatsz]

Hey did this hold?

[@MindScraper]

Until today no problems

[@missscarlett579]

did you leave the gas tank open or closed while it cured?

[@MindScraper]

In the first hours of the cure I left it open.

[@troypol343]

I wonder if this would work for small hole in my old '58 T-Bird's coolant surge tank? I will have to try.

[@MindScraper]

Worth trying. Good luck

[@brandonj4140]

I tried this same method before I saw this and it didn’t work for me. I added one step after cleaning and sanding. I cleaned the sanded area again and the lightly scored the area around the hole with a box cutter. I’m going to try one more time before installing the used tank I bought bc just the installation alone is over $400. I only used 1 thick coat of this particular epoxy. Hoping two will do the trick as it’s seemed to work for you. Still holding up? No leaked, no odor? Thanks for posting

[@thereisnoturningback]

Brandon J did it work? I tried doing it twice and its still leaking

[@MindScraper]

Still holding up nicely

[@ericgrajeda2671]

Was your gas tank metal or plastic

[@MindScraper]

Plastic tank

[@cowbatboots282]

Did you have to drain the tank? I have a pretty aggressive leak.

[@MindScraper]

Yes. If the tank is very empty, it will be better to perform the procedure.

[@MindScraper]

But if the hole or tear is too large it can be difficult to repair this way.

[@lilcouple]

Is this a plastic or metal gas tank?

[@MindScraper]

This one is a Plastic tank.

[@dupreeskii]

hey what’s up man I was wondering if this works on a plastic Small Engine fuel tank. Thanks!

[@MindScraper]

This one is a Plastic tank

[@rorysinghofficial]

I had a minivan with a fiberglass gas tank. I did this and it outlasted the car 3 + years. Besides most mechanic shops didn't want to work on my old van.

[@MindScraper]

In your case this was a good solution. In my car it is still holding up without any problems. I wonder if it's still in your van? I've never tried it on fiberglass.

[@Goulisme]

What about plastic tank. Can we make the same weld adhesive😘🇮🇷🇩🇯

[@MindScraper]

My tank is plastic too

[@freeguccimane912]

So gas will not melt this stuff?

[@MindScraper]

Until today no problem

[@amirsamuel4851]

Do i have to drain the tank?

[@MindScraper]

Yes, but maybe not completely. If the hole area is dry and clean, I think you won't have a problem.

[@gusfunk2570]

How long will this patch last?

[@MindScraper]

In my case I believe it will last forever. But from what I see in the comments some people are not having so much luck.

[@alansarmiento8014]

Well done mah man!! Very good

[@MindScraper]

I appreciate your input.

[@angelleon416]

Came out good, how is it holding up now?

[@MindScraper]

So far so good.

[@davidferguson9673]

@@MindScraper except you said it stopped working when you uploaded this video???

[@chrischris3922]

@@MindScraper hi bro I’m just wondering is it still holding up ? Or it’s leaking again after all this time please let me know thanks

[@MindScraper]

@@chrischris3922 still holding up

[@chrischris3922]

@@MindScraper wow and it’s been more then 3 years actually my mechanic did the same thing to my car oil pan it had a hole in it and he put that material hopefully mine holds up too thanks for the reply bro

[@lieutenat_dan_yt7616]

is that gas tank metal or plastic? did you had any more leak on it? I have a gas tank with the same size hole. want to know if is worth it. thank you

[@MindScraper]

My tank is plastic and after that I never had leak on it. I think it also works in a metal tank but I can only guarantee that plastic works beautifully.

[@frontlinecars20yroldfinds78]

@@MindScraper how long did that last you for

[@MindScraper]

@@frontlinecars20yroldfinds78 Until today at least yesterday I drove this car

[@BayronRomero-bf3fm]

Como se llama ese pegamento

[@MindScraper]

JB Weld

[@beed7515]

Whats on that small bottle ?

[@MindScraper]

Vinegar. It was just to remove oils

[@patrickdeschepper6133]

Where to buy this kind of adhesive?

[@MindScraper]

I ordered by amazon

[@RM-tu8pb]

Hey guys JB Weld is only a temporary solution ! Use a plug or fiberglass based epoxy dont be cheap ? One repair done right get a kit !

[@MindScraper]

Still holding up

[@leonelramirez3231]

Did you put 3 layers on there?

[@MindScraper]

Just 2 layers

[@ciscob.5313]

Woke up to this today 🤬.

[@MindScraper]

I know what that feeling is.

[@Koof009]

Is the sanding and painting part necessary? Or can I just put on the 2 coats of JB weld? Just wondering

[@MindScraper]

It is not necessary to sand or paint. I only used the anti-gravel spray for a little protection in this area, nothing else.

[@666t]

Chewing gum works with the tank in the car full of fuel, it seals instantly and sets hard as a rock, anything high in sugar works

[@MindScraper]

Have you already done this?

[@thisistheslam]

I tried it. Maybe I didn’t do a perfect job. Half for nearly 3 months. Then today I noticed a leak. It’s slight but it’s there. So I’ll have to get it to stop then try applying more.

[@MindScraper]

Clean the area well and try again. Spreads over a larger area beyond the leak zone

[@SiBorg8A]

There's a product by JB Weld called Tank Weld. Probably more suitable.

[@MindScraper]

Maybe

[@888TMONEY888]

valeu cara muito bom

[@MindScraper]

Obrigado

[@superchinonin]

Or you can drill the hole to 5/8 and put in and 1/2 universal oil plug on it for round 5 bucks

[@superiorauto2442]

only a temporary fix, tried it on a truck tank with a very small hole and it only lasted about a month

[@MindScraper]

In my case it's still ok. It really looks like it's going to be permanent.

[@bobbybrown4652]

Hey man, is it still working well? Did it last ? I have the same problem 👍

[@MindScraper]

so far no problems

[@balharithbalharith8417]

Is this JP resistant of gasoline? My tank is fiberglass the JP will work with it ?

[@187hulk]

Is it still holding on well? No check engine light?

[@MindScraper]

To date, no problems

[@Hellbent7069]

I think the fuel is going to eat the jb weld. This wont last long I'm betting. I've even seen jb weld gas tank repair kits with mesh in them not work, the fuel tanks plastic isnt poris enough to hold the jb weld. I've seen cracks repaired with a soldering iron before but never a hole. I have heard of people using a plastic oil bottle for donar plastic. Good luck

[@MindScraper]

In my case, it has held up without problems.

[@METALMAN4Wii]

Gas thieves are now stabbing gas tanks so this might be good to have in the car just in case.

[@MindScraper]

It seems that more and more fuel thieves appear.

[@gordonbehr1589]

I agree it looks good.... but sooner or later it will let go and it will be when you are so far from home or a shop. Best to bite the bullet and just replace the tank and be done with it. Thats my 3 cents worth.....

[@MindScraper]

After all this time it's still ok

[@alexfernandez615]

Ran over an umbrella someone threw onto the road from a restaurant, it ripped my fuel tank a new asshole

[@MindScraper]

Bad luck. Did you try what i did in the video?

[@luispalomino5514]

Good for temporally purpose

[@MindScraper]

6 years

[@juliabaida5432]

Woke up to a nice whole in my tank and I didn’t hit nothing I would of seen the gas leaking out immediately I wonder if someone put a whole in my tank the mechanic said somebody did it

[@MindScraper]

Every time I read a comment like this. I remember the day this happened to me. It's really frustrating. Maybe if they had asked me I would have given them money to buy a few liters of fuel. Unfortunately, we ended up with the car stopped due to such an attitude.

[@namename7585]

I have a hole in my tank I cleaned the service and free from rust and oil and put in weld on it only to have the tank leak after letting it sit for 4days

[@MindScraper]

Perhaps something was not done as well or material where it was applied did not deal well with JB weld. In my case I can say that it is OK until today.

[@juliabaida5432]

How did you get a while in your

[@javierfavela892]

Will it work on a plastic gas tank

[@MindScraper]

The car on this video has a plastic gas tank.

[@angeldavila4669]

this dosnt work if you have gas in tank does anyone know what works if you need to keep gas in tank?

[@MindScraper]

What did you use?

[@angeldavila4669]

nothing still leaks lol

[@wesleymccoy870]

JB Weld doesn't hold up well to gasoline. Even after it's cured it gets soft and rubbery and eventually gets eaten away. The time it took to go get JB weld you could've just went to a auto store and bought a actual fuel tank repair kit

[@MindScraper]

Still hard as Stone

[@jimmylabb5868]

@@MindScraper It say "When fully cured, J-B Weld is completely resistant to water, gasoline"

[@00708046]

Nice cover up ! Should last maybe a couple of months at best !

[@MindScraper]

It continues to last...

[@St3phani3yz]

Could u tell me everything that u used?

[@MindScraper]

I used in addition to JB weld: -vinegar but what matters is that it is something that removes oils -sanding paper -anti-graft sepray -cloths for cleaning

[@St3phani3yz]

MindScraper thank you

[@jrandreas3623]

U don’t need that much jb weld

[@MindScraper]

Maybe you don't need that much. But I wanted to make sure it was a tough fix. To this day it remains OK.

[@jrandreas3623]

I meant u don’t have to mix that much

[@pinoysadiq1494]

where to buy online?

[@MindScraper]

I ordered from Amazon

[@cowbatboots282]

Google it...

[@justinhively9373]

Still holding up

[@MindScraper]

Yes still holding nice. No problem

[@TrashDayTheBand]

should sand first

[@MindScraper]

Sanding is not mandatory but it will look better for sure. It may not be as well applied if you don't sand it.

[@fredgreening7905]

i found that 2 part stuff no good at all

[@MindScraper]

Do you try it?

[@cheyennelo8990]

They got my ass on thanksgiving. Bums suck

[@billhuntington787]

My tank is polyethylene and the epoxy wont adhere to it. At least thats what the package says

[@MindScraper]

My tank is made of plastic but I can't tell you if it's made of polyethylene or not.

[@perroblanco49]

J-B weld does't work good on gas tanks, there are better things you can use that works better.

[@MindScraper]

Maybe but in my case to this day is working well.

[@likejury]

please tell us what works better, your comment is fine but incomplete. Guy post video to show us what worked for him.

[@Mrkevi123]

What works better?

[@davidferguson9673]

@@Mrkevi123 There are apoxys that "work better" but why put a bandage on a gas tank...

[@thereisnoturningback]

David Ferguson shut up

[@mikevigil1904]

JB weld....... lol

[@MindScraper]

Why?

[@Cromwell648]

Silent movies died with Charlie Chaplin. What an incredibly boring video.

[@MindScraper]

I appreciate your feedback

[@haiderbalochsaindak906]

i have tried this system this system is fail.

[@MindScraper]

Hello mir haider . What exactly failed? You could explain so that people who see this video and read your comment understand. Did you clear the surface? You sanded it with sandpaper? Did you use the same epoxy? Did it cure enough? You had the empty tank when you tried. Do you leave the tank cover open or closed during cure?...

[@MindScraper]

I appreciate your input.

[@HUMC4L]

I've actually heard from a few people that JB Weld doesn't work consistently

[@MindScraper]

If you can test on another type container or tank. Sometimes hear only what other people say not the most assertive. First of all ask these people how they were applied. Did they follow the instructions? Did they wipe the surface badly? Did they pass any sandpaper? All I can tell you is that I did what is in the video. Until today I had no problems. Maybe in a future video I'll show you how the tank is.

[@samsteel4456]

@MartinHunter Nemisis Exactly. The key is to scuff with very rough sandpaper and even score it a bit. As long as the surface is 100% free of oil/gas (use brake cleaner) it will stick beautifully.

[@50hicham41]

No no no goode

[@MindScraper]

Why? Until today I haven't had any problems.

[@shvanslemany7279]

ههههههه

[@MindScraper]

What was the joke?

[@YouTooCanDo]

did you have to empty the tank first or you worked as is ?I have a light dripping issue Is there a difference between a gas tank leakage and motor oil leakage?

[@MindScraper]

In my case the hole was in the lowest place of my tank. So it was empty. But whatever the situation, the important thing is that the application area is dry and without moisture.

[@user-xk9tn1zi2m]

So did you empty it before applying???