Flushing and sealing tanks

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  • exeric
    Senior Member
    • Sep 2005
    • 5998

    #1

    Flushing and sealing tanks

    Does anyone have a good method for flushing tanks before using a sealer? I've used Tide laundry detergent and followed with MEK in the past. I don't have a rust problem but I do have a weeping leak that tank sealer should fix. I'm always open to a better idea.
    Eric Smith
    AMCA #886
  • Chris Haynes
    Curmudgeon
    • Jul 2002
    • 5947

    #2
    Look in your Yellow Pages under Radiators. Find the shop that has the RENU logo in their ad. This is the best seal and protection you can give your tank. I UPS my tanks to Mattson's radiator in Stanton, CA. They do lots of bikes and vintage cars and treat parts with care.
    In May 1988 Gas Tank Renu – USA, a Michigan Co-Partnership, was officially formed for the express purpose of selling Dealerships to be licensed in the technology for the process of repairing fuel and other holding tanks. The business has grown to the point that there are now 35 Dealers in the United States and […]

    Last edited by Chris Haynes; 08-07-2010, 11:27 AM.
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    • exeric
      Senior Member
      • Sep 2005
      • 5998

      #3
      Chris, is that process safe for painted tanks? I really want to avoid repainting these tanks if I can.
      Eric Smith
      AMCA #886

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      • Chris Haynes
        Curmudgeon
        • Jul 2002
        • 5947

        #4
        Originally posted by exeric View Post
        Chris, is that process safe for painted tanks? I really want to avoid repainting these tanks if I can.
        I have never had it done on painted tanks. A call to Mattson's will answer your question.
        Be sure to visit;
        http://www.vintageamericanmotorcycles.com/main.php
        Be sure to register at the site so you can see large images.
        Also be sure to visit http://www.caimag.com/forum/

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