Bruce Simms wrote:
> With the big 3 wanting $570 + shipping for a new tank, I'm anxious to restore
>my old one. It looks like a DPO had the tank lead soldered at a radiator
>shop. This had to be some time ago as I'm told no one uses lead anymore.
>
> Bill Hirsch Automotive of Newark will send you a 3 part kit for $25 +
>shipping that will clean, etch and coat small tanks up to 30 gallons. Their
>tank coating is supposed to even work with alcohol. They also sell a rust
>paint that I could use on the outside.
>
> I could take it to a rad shop that will do the cleaning and coating for
>$100-150. Don't know which chemicals they would use.
>
> The factory put a layer of felt under the tank to deaden the rattling I
>suppose. Is there a better alternative?
>
> Experiences and advice appreciated.
>
> Thank you, Bruce Simms CF1941UO
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You might try http://www.gastankrenu.com/ life time guarantee. Less than
$570.00, but still not cheap.
http://www.gas-tank.com/FAQ.htm
Don Malling
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