[Healeys] Fuel Tank sealers

[i erbs]

I have  a new to me 67 MGB that sat in storage for over 20 years. While the
car starts, the fuel is stinky and gods knows what is in the tank. I bought
a clean used tank, but it has some surface rust inside. I have heard from
the MG group to use vinegar, muriatic acid or other stuff similar to the
Healey list. I have used Por-15 products for other applications and would
trust them. I have the last two weeks of the year off from work, and plan
to clean and install the tank. Have a happy Holiday season and may our cars
run sweet and true.

Cheers

Ira Erbs
Portland,OR
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          BT7 engine and disk brakes


1967 MGB  [image: MG]

A racing car is an animal with a thousand adjustments. Mario Andretti
Please excuse random auto corrects and misspelled words

On Fri, Dec 1, 2017 at 7:22 AM, Bob England <engl at accesscomm.ca> wrote:

> Bob
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> I’m chiming in real late on this one (finally getting time to reading old
> emails).  A few years back I had to line a gas tank from a Series 1 XJ6
> (unobtanium new).  I used a POR-15 fuel tank sealer kit and was very
> pleased with the result.  Using the degreaser and metal prep is a must.
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> If the pick-up tube/filter in the Healey tank is non-removable, this
> option would be a non-starter.
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> However, based on Jean’s reply, I agree a new tank would be the way to go.
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> (the late) BobE
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> ’65 BJ8
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> *From:* Healeys [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net] *On Behalf Of *Robert
> F. Begani
> *Sent:* October 26, 2017 11:24 AM
> *To:* healeys at autox.team.net
> *Subject:* [Healeys] Fuel Tank sealers
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> Johns recent comment about his use of sealers on a fuel tank which lasted
> 15 years.  25 years ago when I bought my BJ8,  I had mine sealed inside and
> out with an epoxy by a well known local specialist Al’s Radiator in the
> western suburbs of Chicago.  I called them because of heavy rust plugging
> the full pump and carb filter.  They were surprised it lasted that long and
> recommended having it done again.  They are now a part of a rather
> expensive franchise program which has dealers in Florida.  However, I would
> like to flush and seal myself.  Has the members of  the list have any
> suggestions?  The tank does not leak and is original to the vehicle.
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> Bob Begani
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> BJ8 ‘67
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