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What is the best way to get rid of rust inside gas tank

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by ESMITHERS, May 5, 2011.

  1. ESMITHERS

    ESMITHERS Member

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    i have came across this many times but never had a def, way to remove all or most of rust effectively. i would be grateful for some pointers on a easy corrective measure to this. thanks
     
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    electrolysis. Search the site for the links to the descriptions. I have to do this myself for one of my tanks as soon as I have the time.

    Dave Fox
     
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    i think i'am going to try this stuff on some tools
     
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    found this on Instructables last year when I ran into the same problem: Get That Rust OUT!
     
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    HirsuitHeathen that article was great and i would def recommend that next time cant wait to try it out.
     
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    Thumbs up on electrolysis - did it on a tank last year and it worked great! Easy to do too; used a spare computer power supply.
     
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    I've done two moderately rusted tanks now using Phosphoric Acid (from a Home Improvement or hardware store)and gotten great results. It's usually sold as concrete prep.

    Note*** With the whole damn world becoming "green" there are now a whole range of concrete prep and similar products that DON'T contain Phosphoric acid. Gotta read the label carefully.

    Here's what I used:

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