[Public-list] transom mounted fuel tank vent

[George Dinwiddie]

Dudley,

When the boat is driving hard at hull speed, I've seen the bow wave come 
right up to the stern quarter.  I don't think I'd want a vent there.

Hamilton Marine shows some vents for thicker hulls.  See 
http://search.hamiltonmarine.com/0191.htm?PageJumpNumber=191 and see if 
there's anything you like.  Also see the Buck Algonquin catalog 
(http://www.buckalgonquin.com/Buck_Algonquin/Pages/Valves_Fittings/Page_52.pdf).

  - George

Dudley Baker wrote:
> I have installed a new diesel fuel tank in the starboard locker area.  I diligently replaced all
> hoses, including the vent hose.  My old vent fitting on the transom was original and not up to USCG
> standards for proper  venting.  (new vents use 5/8" hose and vents themselves are much less
> constrictive.
> 
> This project has reconfirmed that it is easier to rip something out than put something new back in
> its place.  The A30 Transom is about 1" thick of solid glass and the standard tank vents can
> accomodate a hull thickness up to 3/4" --  So, my question:  Who out there has run into this problem
> and why couldn't I put the vent on the starboard quarter - far enough back so that the vent would
> not be affected by excessive heel or a knockdown.

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