RE: how to remove rust from inside old gas tank

["Jack Brooks" <jibjib@att.net>]

The last time I did a tank, I dropped a chain inside and shook it until I
couldn't hold the tank up anymore.  Later, I did it again.

Wash it out really well with water before and after and you will be good to
go.  I painted the outside, but I don't ever put a coating on the inside.

Muriatic will work well, but it's nasty.  If you use it, do it outside too.

Jack

-----Original Message-----
From: shop-talk-owner@Autox.Team.Net [mailto:shop-talk-owner@Autox.Team.Net]
On Behalf Of Marc
Sent: Monday, May 07, 2007 8:56 AM
To: shop-talk Talk
Subject: how to remove rust from inside old gas tank


Hi -

I have a 25 year old moped fuel tank that I need to clean the rust out 
of. I was advised to use muriatic acid, but frankly I'd rather avoid 
that if possible.

What are your tried & true methods for tank cleaning?

-- 
Marc