Purchased a new tank that was free of dents and nice paint, and I noticed the flange that the pump sits on inside the six studs has a small downward bow to it. I assume it will leak, even with a fresh gasket which is on order. What are my options? Try and bend it back? Extra grey RTV along with the gasket? How sensitive is the sealing surface there? All 6 studs are intact and will hold nicely. Just see horror stories of leaking tanks at this location. Thanks!

 

I should say new to me. Obviously a used tank but wondered how I can make it leak proof. Anyone have any experience with sealing issues and/or a bent flange?

 

Post some pictures of it, that will help members understand what you're dealing with.

 

See attached. PO slathered it with RTV so it was clearly an issue. Lip is low and smoothed out.

 

I would try and bring it up flush/flat. It might even be worth taking to a body shop who wouls hav ethe right hammer/dollies to do it.

 

Agree 100%. That shouldn't take a skilled body person only a few minutes.