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Post by jselden78 on Dec 9, 2023 20:08:13 GMT -5
Now that it’s already got a starting point from the hot water, some solvents may help to soften the glue or whatever adhesive that was originally used. Something like heptane may work but it will likely remove any paint that is on it too. It will also eat any rubber it comes in contact with. If they used something more similar to JB weld or something like Blue Magic quick steel epoxy, I’m not sure what would help to remove that. The quick steel may would work to patch the hole where it is leaking then redkote inside.
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Post by 5terrysupersaws on Dec 9, 2023 20:46:23 GMT -5
I drilled the center out. Pretty much the perfect size for a tygon hose. Seems to fit pretty tight. I’m thinking that I’m going to try and make this work as is. I can’t bring myself to pay a bunch of money for a part that’s not completely necessary. I like to use original parts as much as possible but sometimes you gotta compromise. I’ll try to use the inlet pipe on the xl900 saws so that the hose doesn’t pinch as it comes out of the tank.   How about a used XL-701 crankcase/tank ? ... similar casting # 63003-C, factory welded seam, intact elbow fitting, good condition. Know a guy in Oregon that has one :{) www.leonschainsawpartsandrepair.com/apps/search?q=U2839#/ |
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Post by jselden78 on Dec 9, 2023 21:53:23 GMT -5
Here is the fitting I found. Honestly I don't remember taking that out so it may not be the one that came out of it. flic.kr/p/2pkE51a |
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Post by xl130 on Dec 10, 2023 10:46:52 GMT -5
Here is the fitting I found. Honestly I don't remember taking that out so it may not be the one that came out of it. flic.kr/p/2pkE51aYup, that sure looks like the correct fitting! |
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Post by xl130 on Dec 10, 2023 10:51:03 GMT -5
Well I decided that I would just go ahead and split the case completely since the bond was already compromised. It wasn’t that difficult to get it split. I used my heat gun and box cutter knife. I watched the temperature closely and watched for any signs of overheating or paint damage. 300 - 350 degrees Fahrenheit worked. Still lots of varnish in the tank. Oh boy!   |
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Post by edju1958 on Dec 10, 2023 12:42:03 GMT -5
Trevor,have you been in the carb yet?It makes me wonder what the carb will be like if the tank is that bad.
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Post by xl130 on Dec 10, 2023 13:16:36 GMT -5
Trevor,have you been in the carb yet?It makes me wonder what the carb will be like if the tank is that bad. I actually have not opened the carb. If it looks anything like this tank it’s going directly in the garbage. |
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Post by xl130 on Dec 12, 2023 13:41:32 GMT -5
I drilled the center out. Pretty much the perfect size for a tygon hose. Seems to fit pretty tight. I’m thinking that I’m going to try and make this work as is. I can’t bring myself to pay a bunch of money for a part that’s not completely necessary. I like to use original parts as much as possible but sometimes you gotta compromise. I’ll try to use the inlet pipe on the xl900 saws so that the hose doesn’t pinch as it comes out of the tank. How about a used XL-701 crankcase/tank ? ... similar casting # 63003-C, factory welded seam, intact elbow fitting, good condition. Know a guy in Oregon that has one :{) www.leonschainsawpartsandrepair.com/apps/search?q=U2839#/I’m going to go this route. I bought it from Leon last night. I’m not overly interested in fighting with this bonded case much more. Thanks for the reminder. I forgot that he had these 700 parts still. I’ll try to transfer the model tag over from the XL700 case. It’s not technically “original”, but I think it’s an acceptable solution. (to me anyway) |
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Post by xl130 on Dec 27, 2023 23:28:40 GMT -5
I have the “new case” Thanks Leon. You saved the day again! First things first. Bubble bath. I think I will start a new thread for the “rebuild”. Lots of work to do. It may take awhile to get it all together and try to get it running again!  |
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