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Hello, I look forward to using this service thank you

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Originally Posted by Dale (Post 15002)

Hello, I look forward to using this service thank you

Hi Dale,

Welcome to the Club and when you're ready, just ask away!

When you need information, one of the best ways to find it, is to become a contributing member. By donating to the club, you will have access to a growing library of manuals, brochures, wiring diagrams, and all sorts of information relevant to Mariahs, the stern drives and equipment so click here.

When you have a some time, tell us more about your Mariah, it's year and model. you can add this info to your user id by clicking here, this will help the other members in providing you with the right information for your specific model.

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Well there you have it, so again, welcome to the club!
WetWilly

I do have a question for anyone that may have advice or information.
I have a gas leak coming from my gas tank, not sure if it's the tank itself, or maybe
the vent line.
My problem is I'm not sure how to go about getting to the gas tank?
Is there a easy way?
I do not have a Owners Manual or Maintenance Manual, because I bought my boat used. Can't seem to locate any information on where to start with this gas leak issue
I have. I could really use some advice.

thanks Dale

ps. boat: 91' Mariah Diablo

Hi Dale,

Ours is a few years newer and a teeny bit bigger but otherwise they should be similar so I'll take a stab at this one... :yes_grin:

Open your engine cover and if you have the bench seat, it should pivot forward.

Look right in front of the motor and you should see a small hinged section (cover) of the floor possibly secured with metal strips or just screws. You can also try following the fuel filler tube and vent hose back to the tank and I believe they will connect to the tank at this cover which gives you access to the rear of the tank and the fuel sender.

Once open, you can examine the hoses for any sign of leakage. If it looks to be the tank, unfortunately, this will require a bit more work as you will have to remove the floor's center section along with the carpet to access the entire tank. Once out, and the leak is found, you can evaluate whether it's a repair or replacement. If your tank is not repairable and since the original Mariah Company is no longer, you will probably need to have one made up unless you manage to find a suitable replacement.

Good luck and let us know of your progress and if you need info on the floor, try doing a search on the forum, several members have had to work on their tanks or floors and some threads have great pictures to give you an idea of whats involved.

WetWilly

Thanks for the information. I looked a little closer today at the floor in back by the engine compartment and noticed a couple of screws in the floor. There was a small access (1'x 2' ) to the gas tank. This is at least a good start to finding my gas leak.
All of the hoses are visible and it is a Alum. tank which I can repair myself if need be.
(I am a metal fabrication fitter/welder by trade)
Thanks so much for your quick response and great advice, greatly appreciated.

Dale