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Seal that older gas tank to keep rust out of your car's fuel system, and to seal minor leaks. Also great for keeping new tanks from rusting
This Gas Tank Sealer Kit for Cars rids the tank of damaging rust, and then seals it, so your fuel stays cleaner. Plus, it seals minor leaks, so there's no need to search all around town (or pay) for a replacement gas tank for your restoration project.
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- 7-oz. can of Metal Wash
- 1 pint of Fast Etch Rust Remover
- Two 16-oz. bottles of Gas Tank Sealer
- Muriatic Acid and Acetone are available locally
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About Gas Tank Sealer Kit For Cars
A clean supply of fuel is critical to the performance of any vehicle. Hard starting, stumbling under load, and sluggish response may be symptoms of a car's dirty fuel system. The best way to ensure that the fuel is clean is to be certain that the fuel tank is free of rust. See the "FAQs" tab for additional "how-to" information.
Not for use in tanks containing Nitro Methane or Aniline oils.
This kit is for restoring one metal tank up to 20 gallons. Includes 1-pint Rust Remover, 7-oz. Metal Wash, 2 pints of Sealer, and instructions. You will need to purchase Muriatic Acid (dilute 20:1) and Acetone from your local hardware store.
(Q) How do I use this kit?
(A) First you'll use the Metal Wash to remove any fuel varnish in the tank, then use muriatic acid (diluted 20:1; available at your local hardware store) to etch into the metal and rust. Rinse with water, then pour Fast Etch inside to coat all surfaces. Pour out the excess Fast Etch, then pour in Acetone (available from your local hardware store) to coat interior. After pouring excess Acetone out, pour in Gas Tank Sealer to coat all surfaces. Finally, drain-off excess and allow to dry. (Additional sealer can be applied if the coating hasn't been exposed to fuel.)
(Q) Does it matter what kind of fuel will be used in the tank?
(A) The sealer resists fuel additives and is compatible with both gas and diesel fuels. Your newly reconditioned tank will resist rust and corrosion build-up, ensuring years of reliable service.
(Q) What if I have to remove old sealer?
(A) Should the need arise to remove old sealer, pour in a gallon or more of Acetone. It may take up to 2 days for the Acetone to completely dissolve the old sealer.
(Q) Does this kit work on an aluminum or fiberglass tank?
(A) Omit the Muriatic Acid step if using this kit in an aluminum tank. If you wish to use this kit in a fiberglass tank, test for compatibility by exposing an inconspicuous area to Acetone to test for softening. If no excessive softening occurs, follow label instructions, but omit Muriatic Acid and Rust Remover steps.
(A) First you'll use the Metal Wash to remove any fuel varnish in the tank, then use muriatic acid (diluted 20:1; available at your local hardware store) to etch into the metal and rust. Rinse with water, then pour Fast Etch inside to coat all surfaces. Pour out the excess Fast Etch, then pour in Acetone (available from your local hardware store) to coat interior. After pouring excess Acetone out, pour in Gas Tank Sealer to coat all surfaces. Finally, drain-off excess and allow to dry. (Additional sealer can be applied if the coating hasn't been exposed to fuel.)
(Q) Does it matter what kind of fuel will be used in the tank?
(A) The sealer resists fuel additives and is compatible with both gas and diesel fuels. Your newly reconditioned tank will resist rust and corrosion build-up, ensuring years of reliable service.
(Q) What if I have to remove old sealer?
(A) Should the need arise to remove old sealer, pour in a gallon or more of Acetone. It may take up to 2 days for the Acetone to completely dissolve the old sealer.
(Q) Does this kit work on an aluminum or fiberglass tank?
(A) Omit the Muriatic Acid step if using this kit in an aluminum tank. If you wish to use this kit in a fiberglass tank, test for compatibility by exposing an inconspicuous area to Acetone to test for softening. If no excessive softening occurs, follow label instructions, but omit Muriatic Acid and Rust Remover steps.
Work in a well-ventilated area. Leave at least one opening uncapped when not actually tumbling the tank.
Customer Reviews
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Excellent Product, Super Service
(Posted on 4/12/10)
Review by GOOD DOG -
I am restoring a 1946 John Deere Mod. 'B' tractor. The fuel system was extremely corrupted starting with the gas tank. I took it off and followed the instructions on the "GAS TANK SEALER KIT". It took me about 7 hours but the results are fantastic. The completed job left the inside of the tank with a white coating that seemed as hard as ceramic and cleean as a whistle.Price Value Quality
I ordered the kit on a Friday afternoon and it was at my farm the next day. Super Service -
Great Product
(Posted on 3/11/10)
Review by Ben -
Kit worked great. Instructions were simple to follow. Only thing I would add is be sure to pour the muriatic acid solution out of your tank into at least a 3 gallon bucket because once you add the baking soda to it - the checmical reaction causes it to expand in volume. (much like a kids volcano science project). I poured mine into a smaller container and had overflow when I added the baking soda.Price Value Quality
Other than that, I had no problems and the tank came out great.
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Superb, long lasting product
(Posted on 2/14/10)
Review by 1969 cudaman -
15 Years ago, a new gas tank for a 1969 Barracuda was pretty expensive. I was restoring a basket case that had not run in years, and my gas tank was bad rusty on the inside, so I tried this kit. It was pretty easy to apply, and it worked great. Well, 15 years later my sending unit dies. I figure since I needed to pull the tank anyway, I might as well buy a new one - they are only $130 now. Once I pulled the tank and looked inside, I was shocked at what I saw. After 15 years, the epoxy lining was still 100% intact. I could have easily kept using the old tank, but I already had a new one. Wow! This stuff works great.Value Quality Price -
Great product to save OEM tank.
(Posted on 1/26/10)
Review by Randy -
Car: 1973 Triumph Spitfire 1500.Quality Price Value
I used this product to save my OEM gas tank after I welded some rust holes. Its easy to use and my only concerns were what to do with all the chemical/water rinses and what works best to seal the tank when sloshing. My tank is small, but I used the full kit as recommended. I found that nitrile gloves, zip ties and duct tape work well enough to seal the tank. You need acetone and a small amount of muriatic acid (I got it in the pool section of the local big-box home center), which boosts the cost slightly. I reserved a day to do the process but it did not take that long. They recommend using slow air pressure to evacuate the tank after you are done, I found that a small fan directed into the sender hole and out the fill hole worked great. I ran the fan for two days until all "odors" were gone. All-in-all it worked great. Make sure you do this before you paint the tank.
Positives: Step-by-step process is well defined. Quality of final coating is great and smooth.
Cons: nasty chemicals to play with, had to repeat acid slosh step three times to get the rust gone, maybe a stronger acid ratio should be recommended.
Picture: Attached picture is post curing. note some acid and sealer marks on sender opening.
Randy -
THIRD TIME I USED THIS ITEM
(Posted on 1/25/10)
Review by RAM RESTORATION -
THE GAS TANK SEALER KIT HAS WORKEDQuality Price Value
PERFECTLY ON ALL THREE APPLICATIONS USED.
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