Mid Florida Diesel Replaces Rusted Out Diesel Generator Fuel Tank
May 24, 2016

May 24, 2016

Mid Florida Diesel  recently replaced a rusted out generator diesel fuel tank for Hernando County Schools. We had to remove the existing enclosure, lift the generator off the tank, and then remove the existing tank and install the new 475 gallon UL142 Double-wall diesel fuel tank. Then re-install the diesel generator and enclosure. It was a very tight fit and the measurements had to be perfect. Mid Florida Diesel was extremely successful and the owners were very happy indeed! Another Great job by Mid Florida Diesel!!!!!

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