Jeff,
"Pulling the [gas]tank." I recall reading that this is not a simple process
on account that the tank rests on transverse pieces of wood. Is there a
simpler way to remove the tank than to cut the wood from under the tank?
Chuck Vandegraaf
'52 +4
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From: carfindr[SMTP:carfindr@tiac.net]
Sent: Sunday June 11, 2000 4:09 PM
To: BobTescione; morgans@autox.team.net
Subject: RE: Dirt in the Petrol Tank
Bob,
I had a similar problem on my 58 +4. Yes you will have to pull the
tank.
After you have drained it and dried it thoroughly (I used a hair
dryer, and
just let it run on low for hours) Vacuum out all the loose rust and
dust you
can, I fashioned a slightly curved piece of 3/4" copper tubing on
the end of
my shop vac so I could suck more out. The get your self some tank
etch and
sealer from Eastwood, follow the instructions and your problem will
be
solved. The tank sealer is especially great. The whole process will
take a
couple of weeks though, as you have to let things dry out thoroughly
between
steps.
Good luck!
Jeff Webster
Buy Classic Cars from America!
Http://www.BuyClassicCars.com
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-morgans@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-morgans@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of BobTescione
> Sent: Sunday, June 11, 2000 3:09 PM
> To: morgans@autox.team.net
> Subject: Dirt in the Petrol Tank
>
>
> Brethren:
> Some guidance, please. Just got my car back on the road after a
complete
> front end rebuild(51 +4). However it doesn't want to travel very
far
> before the fuel line seems to get plugged with dirt. Blowing air
back
> through the line will clear it for a while, but not reliably
enough to
> drive the car more than a couple of miles. I know that the
inevitable
> solution is pulling the tank and getting it cleaned.
>
> How can I avoid this hassle in the future. I'd appreciate your
thoughts
> on the subject.
>
> Bob Tescione
> mogman@rpa.net
>
>
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