I just recieved my GP Super Skybolt kit the other day, and I was looking over the plans today.

The mounting of the gas tank struck me as really odd because it seems to be sealed in between two formers making it practically impossible to access from the rear. Additionally, the tank sits on it's own mount which is glued in just above the landing gear mount which makes putting in bottom hatch impossible with the tank mount in place. The top is sheeted and seems to have the cabanes above the tank making access from the top impossible also.

My question is: What happens if you have a tank seal come loose due to pressure or wear and tear? What happens if the fuel pickup line needs to be replaced? How can you access the tank if the rubber bands wear out? Basically, how can you access the tank if there is a problem without tear open the entire plane? Ughh.

I welcome your suggestions since I haven't started putting the kit together yet. Would it be easier to just skip the tank mounting plate and replace it with foam insulation above the landing gear mount? I might then be able to place some type of hatch in front of the landing gear mount. Will this work? If you have any other suggestions, I'd greatly appreciate it.