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Reddit mentions of POR-15 49216 Fuel Tank Sealer - 8 fl oz
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- ✅ WHY CHOOSE POR-15 FUEL TANK SEALER? POR-15 Tank Sealer is specifically formulated to provide a permanent seal with superior strength and resistance to all fuels, including the new Stage II fuels which have a high alcohol content.
- ✅ STOP RUST - POR-15 is the gold standard in rust prevention, and our Fuel Tank Sealer is no exception. Formulated and developed in our laboratories due to the demand for a high-tech sealer impervious to all fuels, POR-15 is essential in preventing rust and corrosion for long lasting results.
- ✅ PREP FOR SUCCESS - Drain all fuel from tank, remove tank from vehicle, and clean out tank. All fuel tanks are dirty and have to be cleaned out before sealing. If you try to seal a tank without cleaning it first, the new coating will fail, because Tank Sealer won’t stick to gum and varnish. After taking preliminary steps for cleaning and prep, use as directed for an excellent finish.
- ✅ WHEN DO I NEED THIS? – POR-15 Fuel tank sealer is perfect for automotive restoration. Renew your car, truck, or motorcycle fuel tank through our simple, single application coating. Allow proper time to cure for impervious protection from fuel, alcohol, corrosion and rust.
- ✅ OUR SATISFACTION COMMITMENT - At POR-15 we strive to bring the ultimate in rust prevention. Known for the unbeatable 3-step stop rust system, POR-15 is trusted by DIY & Professionals. We are committed to innovation, quality control, and excellent customer service. If you are not satisfied, let us know & we’ll do everything we can to make it right!
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Specs:
| Height | 3 Inches |
| Length | 2.8 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Release date | May 2015 |
| Size | 8 fl. oz. |
| Weight | 0.5 Pounds |
| Width | 2.8 Inches |
I'd put my money and effort into the tank you got, It it isn't falling apart, it's restorable.
Get a quart of metal etch https://www.amazon.com/POR-15-40204-Metal-Prep-quart/dp/B00J5940JE?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&psc=1 , a quart of gas tank sealer https://www.amazon.com/POR-15-49216-U-S-Standard-Sealer/dp/B00B3HXCZ4/ref=asc_df_B00B3HXCZ4/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312128189269&hvpos=1o4&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9870445733732195706&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9021744&hvtargid=pla-522130837870&psc=1, and a gallon of diesel fuel, total around $40.
Remove the tank and remove all fittings. Get some corks or plugs for the openings. Put in 1 cup of diesel and a handful of nuts, small screws, and similar steel parts, cork up the tank and shake it up, agitating it so the hardware is scraping against the rusted areas. Drain the diesel and keep it for parts washing. Continue to use the nuts and screws in the tank. Some folks say gravel makes a good scrubbing media, but I think it's more inclined to break into particles than metal.
Put in the 1/2 cup of metal etch with as much water as the label recommends and with the same hardware shake it up, turn it over, shake some more. the idea is to get removal of the flake rust and penetration of the pits. The metal etch will convert the accessible iron oxide to iron phosphate which is more stable and less reactive. The chemical needs time to work, and soft red rust needs to be mechanically removed.
Rinse with diesel or hot water and repeat. When the red metal looks gray or black it's done. Get off any film or crust as best you can. After the last rinse, make sure all the little steel hardware is out, then oven or otherwise dry extremely well. Don't neglect the tank during the process by leaving it for days with acid or water but keep it moving along.
Dont risk riding with a makeshift rig. A leaking tank over a hot engine can make a heck of a fire.