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Re: how to remove rust from inside old gas tank

To: Marc <smarc@smarc.net>,shop-talk Talk <shop-talk@autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: how to remove rust from inside old gas tank
From: Steve Shipley <shiples@comcast.net>
Date: Mon, 07 May 2007 14:15:52 -0700
At 11:56 AM 5/7/2007 -0400, Marc wrote:

>Hi -
>
>I have a 25 year old moped fuel tank that I need to clean the rust out of. 
>I was advised to use muriatic acid, but frankly I'd rather avoid that if 
>possible.
>
>What are your tried & true methods for tank cleaning?

I don't remember what sealant I used but I recently cleaned it out of my 55 
F-100's gas tank.  It came loose and looked like it had been removed with 
paint remover.  If you use a sealant, remember that the refiners can change 
the chemistry at any time.  The sealant that works fine for gas might not 
work for gasohol, or whatever "fuel" is available.

I use a length of chain to knock out loose rust and sediments.  It is 
easier to remove a chain from a tank so long as you remember to hold on to 
one end.

Steve Shipley




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