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fuel tank in a 45' Voyager
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fuel tank in a 45' Voyager
2000 Carver Voyager 450
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Re: fuel tank in a 45' Voyager
There should be a gap under the baffle, the height of which really depends on the manufacture's design, and may or may not be large enough to run a hose under to the other side. Multiple baffles do present a challenge even if there is enough room. A more extreme approach would be to cut an access hole on top of the tank between each baffle.
There may be chemical products out there that help break things up but most of their claims are just marketing hype. Try finding something with actual user feedback that has worked for them. Maybe someone here has a suggestion based on their experience.
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Re: fuel tank in a 45' Voyager
Viper wrote:Source of the post Welcome aboard. This is a more generic answer than model specific but you'll likely have more than one baffle, the number will depend on the length of the tank. If you look closely at the side wall, you may be able to see the distortion where each baffle is welded. If you can't see anything, call Carver with your hull number, they can put you in touch with the tank manufacturer so you can get some specs, or look for a label on the side of the tank. If you're lucky, they're still around. I know some no longer are.
There should be a gap under the baffle, the height of which really depends on the manufacture's design, and may or may not be large enough to run a hose under to the other side. Multiple baffles do present a challenge even if there is enough room. A more extreme approach would be to cut an access hole on top of the tank between each baffle.
There may be chemical products out there that help break things up but most of their claims are just marketing hype. Try finding something with actual user feedback that has worked for them. Maybe someone here has a suggestion based on their experience.
We ran into a similar problem, also with our starboard tank. Previous owner hadn't really run the boat in about four years and hadn't kept the fuel tanks topped up. Bought the new-to-us boat and headed off shore to reposition. Got into four foot waves and stirred up algae that we didn't know was in the tank. Limped in and a mechanic blew out the lines and changed the filters. We began using Biobor JF. http://www.biobor.com/products/biobor-jf-fuel-additives/ It's available from a lot of places and much cheaper on Amazon than in most marine supply stores. That killed the algae but it was still in the tank. Took a few trips to drain the tanks and change the filters, topping up the fuel each time, but we now run in rougher water without issues. First dose of Biobor JF was at "shock" levels. After that, we add a "maintenance" amount each time we fuel. Great stuff! Might help you too.
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Re: fuel tank in a 45' Voyager
Attached are photos of the labels on my 2 tanks. I own 1999 Carver 450 Hull #3.
I looked for baffle indications on my tanks and see none.
Starboard tank is the one with the power cord in the photo as well.
Perhaps if you call Florida Marine Tanks they can advise where the baffles are and how to access the complete interior.
Best of luck. If I can help in any other way let me know.
Rich
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Re: fuel tank in a 45' Voyager
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Re: fuel tank in a 45' Voyager
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Re: fuel tank in a 45' Voyager
You can get a commercial fuel polishing outfit to churn up the tank, but that still won't really clean it like it should.
If it was my boat, I'd install a line of cheap knock-off Racor-type water-fuel separator filters off eBay. Like three filters in a row. That will polish the fuel before it gets to the motor. You just keep your eye on the filters and drain water or sludge as necessary. Keep some extra paper filters on hand. Do an eBay search for "marine diesel fuel filter" and you'll see what I mean. Can't miss.
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Re: fuel tank in a 45' Voyager
I'd Rather Be Boating!
1989 Sea Ray Seville
1986 Carver Mariner 32'
1990's Thompson 22' Cuddy Cabin
1990's 4Winns 245 Vista Cruiser
1980's Thompson 19' Open Bow
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