Repair for Rusty Fuel Tanks

[supercoolbabe]

I have a 50th anniversery (1972) Johnson 2hp that had a rusty gas tank. I was unable to find a replacement so I had to do the next best thing. I bought a product called "Kreem" from the motorcycle store. It is a 3 step treatment. First it etches the rust from the tank. The next part rinses the tank. The final bottle is the tank sealant. It is a white liquid which hardens in 24 hours.

The product performed way beyond my expectations. The white interior makes it easy to see inside the tank and it totally stopped all rust and sealed the tank. Just be careful because it will take the paint off the outside of the tank if you get any on it.

I had to pass this information along.

Thanks

 

[samo_ott]

Re: Repair for Rusty Fuel Tanks

Good information.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Repair for Rusty Fuel Tanks

great info. thanks looks like good stuff
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.co...D=80003&zmam=88421133&zmas=1&zmac=2&zmap=7405

 

[Boblester40]

Re: Repair for Rusty Fuel Tanks

Hi..
If the tanks not leaking just drop a magnet of a fridge magnet in there it will collect all the loose particles and keep them safe.

Regards
bob

 

[supercoolbabe]

Re: Repair for Rusty Fuel Tanks

I cleaned the tank out by using dawn dish soap and nuts, bolts, and screws and swishing it around to remove the worst of the rust. I wanted to seal the tank so it wouldn't rust anymore. Does anyone know where I can get Johnson paint colors?

 

[Sea18Horse]

Re: Repair for Rusty Fuel Tanks

I suggest this guys stuff. Antique and Classic Outboard When I go to start my cosmetic restoration this winter I plan to buy from him. Make sure to check out the restorations and painted motors page. including the customers paint job page. Some of our own iboat members stuff in there. I guarantee it'll get you motivated.

Cheers.............Todd

 

[supercoolbabe]

Re: Repair for Rusty Fuel Tanks

Thank you

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Repair for Rusty Fuel Tanks

agree with Todd.

 

[Philthyphil]

Re: Repair for Rusty Fuel Tanks

I have used a product called POR 15 to do the gas tanks on my Sunbeam Tiger. Same idea and it worked well for me. I think the key is do follow the directions and do not cut corners or try to save time.