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June 27, 2017 at 12:28 pm
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quote Buccaneer:
I’m not so sure one could get the tank hot enough to solder
if it’s full of water… can you?
if it’s full of water… can you?
No. Water would be turning to steam
before the solder ever melts. Wash out
the inside of the tank several times with
the water base dirt and grease remover.
Re-melt solder with a heat gun.
A "Boathouse Repair" is one thats done without having tools or the skills to do it properly.