> -----Original Message-----
> From: James A. Ruffner
> Sent: Sunday, June 04, 2000 9:42 AM
> Subject: Re: Cleaning Fuel Tank
>
> After the deep rust has been completely removed by the muriatic acid,
> then neutralize, and follow with metal-etch solution, which can be
> purchased from any auto paint supplier. Metal etch is a phosphoric
> acid solution that gives the metal a microscopic porous surface and
> also is highly stable, and rust resistant. After this, follow with
> a high quality primer.
How thoroughly must the phosphoric acid be removed prior to priming,
and how is this best accomplished? What happens if phosphoric acid
gets into a seam? Will the paint be ruined?
Thanks
-mg
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