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Old Jan 1, 2009 | 10:31 PM
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Cleaning gas tank 2nd gen.

It has a layer of tar looking crap buildup.
Does it have to sealed after cleaning.
If not sealed it can leak and rust?

wouldnt the premix help with rust?

the joints on the tank are bent(just like the soda can) so i dont see how it can leak.

i havent seen rust, just 2mm crap builup layer.
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Old Jan 1, 2009 | 10:42 PM
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alchy will clean it out real good.
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Old Jan 2, 2009 | 08:16 AM
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What kind of alcohol are you referring to? Rubbing alcohol or actually drinking alcohol?
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Old Jan 2, 2009 | 08:35 AM
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*grabs the bottle of JD next to me and holds it close*

never.
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Old Jan 2, 2009 | 09:32 AM
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What kind of alcohol are you referring to? Rubbing alcohol or actually drinking alcohol?
rubbing.
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Old Jan 2, 2009 | 12:24 PM
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i searched google for cleaning solvents. i cant use coustic soda also.
But i never asked what solvent to use to clean the tank.
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Old Jan 2, 2009 | 11:52 PM
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Originally Posted by SirCygnus
rubbing.
That's what I thought. I have a bottle of vodka in my fridge and I would kinda hate to waste it on cleaning my gas tank out lol. Thanks
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Old Jan 3, 2009 | 02:49 AM
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also there is aircraft stripper that works great. dont know though
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Old Jan 3, 2009 | 03:29 AM
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talking about the outside of the tank? for the inside get 2 jugs of clr and dump in there. then top it off with distilled water. wait 2-4 days and drain. make the inside sparkle.
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Old Jan 3, 2009 | 10:33 AM
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Most degreasers will do the job. Remove the tank, clean it out thoroughly with the degreaser and water. Companies like POR-15 make tank coatings you can use if you have pinhole leaks.
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Old Jan 3, 2009 | 07:29 PM
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to clean the inside of a tank all you need is a good amount of gas in the tank and a small propane torch! jk

:FIRE DOES NOT CLEAN GAS TANKS FULL OF GAS:
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