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Title: How do I clean rust from tank
Post by: Reece on Friday, 01 September 2017, 03:52 PM

Hi I have just purchased a second hand tank for a spare as you never know and it has a pin hole I need to get fixed but was wondering what's the best way to clean out rust.
It only seems to be surface rust and could I seal it tank kit but have heard that it sweats and can cause moisture.

Title: Re: How do I clean rust from tank
Post by: Cykik on Sunday, 03 September 2017, 05:00 AM

Get a load of wood screws (count them) dump them in the tank & shake like a cocktail. Count the screws when tipping them out!!

Title: Re: How do I clean rust from tank
Post by: Del on Monday, 04 September 2017, 05:46 AM

Cheap vinegar Iv heard is a good way to remove surface rust from inside tanks

Title: Re: How do I clean rust from tank
Post by: Reece on Monday, 11 September 2017, 10:08 PM

Has anyone used Metal Rescue bath before and what's their thoughts.

Title: Re: How do I clean rust from tank
Post by: gsxbarmy on Tuesday, 12 September 2017, 01:28 AM

Quote from: Reece on Monday, 11 September 2017, 10:08 PM
Has anyone used Metal Rescue bath before and what's their thoughts.

Not used that, but just seen this on Amazon - looks like a remover and sealant and is something like what was recommended on the old org (from memory)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rostio-Remover-Protection-Emulsion-Sealing/dp/B019U8CPL4/ref=sr_1_1/258-3746335-4480235?ie=UTF8&qid=1505143501&sr=8-1&keywords=petrol+tank+rust+remover

Also happened to find this article which makes interesting reading on how to do it
https://www.reddit.com/r/motorcycles/comments/2ka7io/advice_on_removing_rust_from_a_gas_tank/

Title: Re: How do I clean rust from tank
Post by: Irish in Oz on Tuesday, 12 September 2017, 06:07 AM

I use phosphoric acid on my old restorations.

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