Quick question about a 23

[Zack1121]

I am going to look at purchasing an 86 23' and I was curious does anyone know what the factory tank held the guy I have been taking to is a little older and can't remember but is thinking 70 gallons well any input would be great thanks in advance

[FAS]

my 85 , I think had 112? big tank and pushed way forward. important where it is placed...nice built boat .

[Zack1121]

Ok Thanks I was hoping for atleast 100 gallons which I have seen most have atleast that anything I should look for other than soft floor and transom

[Bigshrimpin]

Originally Posted by Zack1121

I am going to look at purchasing an 86 23' and I was curious does anyone know what the factory tank held the guy I have been taking to is a little older and can't remember but is thinking 70 gallons well any input would be great thanks in advance

It was 135 or 140 for the mid 80's 23's. The tanks extends all the way up to the front fishbox. There's no dry storage or fishbox in front of the console like in the potter hulls . . . it's all fuel tank

[Chrismacholz]

136 gallons on my 87 23SF.

[Zack1121]

I bought a 1986 23 and didn't smell gas in the bilge until after a 5 hour tow home so I'm 99% sure there is a hole in it does anyone have any advice where to find one or should I patch the one I have I have a friend that can weld aluminum

[FLexpat]

If it is a failure in the tank itself and not a fitting, I would STRONGLY suggest that you do not patch the one you have. If you do, you might want to make sure all your insurance is in order first. As far as welding aluminum fuel tanks that have had fuel in them - it can be done, but you really have to know what you are doing.

[Old'sCool]

Sunshine in Fla built my tank