I am installing a Ronco holding tank and they call for a supporting
box around the tank. It is an odd shaped tank and the carpentry would
be difficult. Can I use the tank as a plug and do a fiberglass layup?
Will the cure heat damage the tank? What layup schedule is
recommended for this application?

Marc wrote:
I am installing a Ronco holding tank and they call for a supporting
box around the tank.

That's just mfr CYA, Marc. Ronco tanks are thick enough that it's not
necessary to do more than support the bottom and secure it to keep it
from moving.


It is an odd shaped tank and the carpentry would
be difficult. Can I use the tank as a plug and do a fiberglass layup?
Will the cure heat damage the tank? What layup schedule is
recommended for this application?



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Is it possible to do a foam support?
Wrap plastic sheeting around the tank; immerse it into a throw-away outer
box/form. Spray construction foam ( gingerly ) into the "form" until the
entire tank is supported on all sides, as deep as you want the support. I'm
not sure if the foam is closed cell and it may or may not absorb water over
time, though. Just a thought.
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Peggie

What do you recommend as a hold down method?? Are Ardemco and Todd
tanks as good as Ronco?

Stan

Peggie Hall wrote:
Marc wrote:

I am installing a Ronco holding tank and they call for a supporting
box around the tank.


That's just mfr CYA, Marc. Ronco tanks are thick enough that it's not
necessary to do more than support the bottom and secure it to keep it
from moving.


It is an odd shaped tank and the carpentry would

be difficult. Can I use the tank as a plug and do a fiberglass layup?
Will the cure heat damage the tank? What layup schedule is
recommended for this application?