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*Cut 1/4"x6"x12" tube for hydraulic tank
*[1] Cut 1/4"x6"x12" tube for hydraulic tank
*Secure 3 bungs - 3/4" for filler/breather, 1" for return line filter, and 2" for suction strainer (extender plus bunk
*[2] Cut 1/4"x6"x12" end closures
 
*Secure 3 bungs - 3/4" for filler/breather, 1" for return line filter, and 2" for suction strainer (extender plus bung proper)
*Grind tanks down to clean, including fuel tanks
*Torch out 3 bung holes as in last step
*Grind tank edges and bung edges clean wherever bead will be welded.
*Clean edges and bungs
*Clean edges and bungs
*Ream any necessary holes
*Ream any necessary holes
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*Assemble tank
*Assemble tank
*Test hydraulic tank with air pressure and soap solution
*Test hydraulic tank with air pressure and soap solution
[[Category:Fabrication Procedures]]

Revision as of 21:55, 18 June 2011

  • [1] Cut 1/4"x6"x12" tube for hydraulic tank
  • [2] Cut 1/4"x6"x12" end closures
  • Secure 3 bungs - 3/4" for filler/breather, 1" for return line filter, and 2" for suction strainer (extender plus bung proper)
  • Torch out 3 bung holes as in last step
  • Grind tank edges and bung edges clean wherever bead will be welded.
  • Clean edges and bungs
  • Ream any necessary holes
  • Lay out 3 sets on welding table
  • Close off bungs with fittings
  • Tack everything
  • Weld
  • Assemble tank
  • Test hydraulic tank with air pressure and soap solution