Pappy's LEXL Build in Texas

[Brock]

Yes, I too would be interested in how these tanks fit/measure.
Another tank option on my radar are the Aux tanks for the new Sonex Highwing.  They are 5 gal, roto-molded.  Not yet on their sales site but I've emailed to ask about them.

If I were to try and build my own aluminum tank (even fiberglass) I'd like to make the top skin to be part of the top of the wing.  Perhaps resing in the ribs.  Just thinking out loud.

[pappyadkins]

Yes my original plan was to make a "set on top" aluminum tank that was shaped to the wing... I think I saw it somewhere on here years ago (the end of my 5th video shows a picture of the aluminum tank they had started, but I think this pix may show it best...) I added an extra support on that wing too... but then I started thinking about folding the wing... I still think it best to have the tank attached to both spar for folding, but then again would probably need to be drained before folding, so I don't know if it'd matter... I'll shut up now... lol

[pappyadkins]

Fuel tank construction: The fiber glassing begins... Will it work???

[Kamcoman77]

Happy to learn you found out the correct ratio for the VE hardener! Makes a difference, don't it

[pappyadkins]

Happy Friday...  Let's work on the fuel tank... 

[Kamcoman77]

Great video! Happy to see things are "coming together". Very happy the silicone idea failed, it has no place near gasolene. You may also have trouble with the hot glue, if the gas ever gets to it. You may have already planned to put lips on your tank sides, like the tops of your baffles. If not, please do. Sealing the top to the sides can be the toughest part of the whole procedure.