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Title: Rust in fuel tank Post by: wilburwilde on August 13, 2009, 11:00:09 PM Hi,
My fuel tank has large amounts of rust in the tank after not being used for and extended period. I am going to remove and clean the tank over the weekend. I heard that there was a product you could line the tank with to prevent any further rust contaminating the fuel. I believe it was a resin or such that you pour in and rotate the tank for an even coating till set?? Anyone shed any light on the issue, or have e better solution that does not cost the earth?? Thanks in advance, Willburwilde Title: Re: Rust in fuel tank Post by: CraigA on August 14, 2009, 07:03:11 AM This kit is what you need for a long term fix.
http://www.ppc.au.com/kits3.htm (http://www.ppc.au.com/images/kits3a.jpg) Title: Re: Rust in fuel tank Post by: wilburwilde on August 14, 2009, 07:55:18 AM Thanks CraigA, much appreciated
Wilburwilde Title: Re: Rust in fuel tank Post by: wilburwilde on August 28, 2009, 12:23:48 AM Well got the repair kit in like 3 days. Good start.
Removed the tank, easy. Read instructions several times, easy. Carried out cleaning and etching process, easy. Waiting between the steps not so easy. Administered the repair paint to tank, easy. Wait for it to dry for 4 days at least, esspecially with cold weather, VERY HARD. Refitted tank easy. Now for the fun part fuel tommorow and then driving. Big thanks to CraigA again. A nice simple repair that anyone with some patience can do. Will Title: Re: Rust in fuel tank Post by: CraigA on August 28, 2009, 06:55:12 AM Glad it worked out for you Will.
There was a really good explanation on the use and quality of this product on the TV show 'Cruzin ($2)'. Title: Re: Rust in fuel tank Post by: Ed on August 28, 2009, 09:27:57 AM I've also used it in to repair bike tanks which in the past would have been throw away items. As Will says, you need to be patient... I was amazed as it also revealed pin holes which were otherwise undetectable! good stuff. Cheers Ed Title: Re: Rust in fuel tank Post by: Jonno on August 28, 2009, 09:30:31 PM Hi Will,
How do you stop it blocking the fuel pick-up line inside the tank? I bought one of these a while ago but never dare us it for that reason... Jon Title: Re: Rust in fuel tank Post by: wilburwilde on August 28, 2009, 10:43:47 PM Hi Jon,
Basicly, I checked the sealer solution and figured it was rather thin. Then Gambled that it would not overly block the pickup. Which it has not seemed to affected. If for some reason it does block i think the pickup can be removed by unsoldering it. Either way it seems to have worked out for me. Only drama i have had is i did not follow the instructions in cleaning the threads. I cleaned the pickup but not the sender unit threads and therefore had to retap them out, you cant just force the screw through either, well i could not. It does mention to clean the threads in the instructions, i just forgot. Also found out that seeing as i have an original cork float i should schlack the cork to reseal them so they do not absorbe the fuel. Am going on a hunt tomorrow for this. Hope this all helps Jon. Will Title: Re: Rust in fuel tank Post by: Jonno on August 29, 2009, 08:58:17 AM thanks Will...maybe I'll give it a try after all.
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