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Re: Painting prior to hydro-testing

From: Bud [21] 1 Stars
Date: Tuesday, February 05, 2008
Time: 10:22:05 AM
Remote Name: 138.32.32.166

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I know of one instance where the tank was painted prior to the hydro and it did indeed conceal a leak that was discovered some years later. Yes it was “just” a pin hole. Did it cause any large problems? No. But if you are going to perform a hydro to check the integrity of your tank, don’t just do half the test. Bite the bullet and perform the test as it should be and all can sleep better.

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