...And if I put some sort of gas liner (like Kreem) will this work in fixing a rusty gas tank or should i purchase a new one for my motorcycle?
2006-09-29 07:54:26 · 13 answers · asked by evergrass33 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
KBS Coatings makes a great DIY cycle tank repair kit for about $32. It contains enough product to clean & degrease, remove rust and permanently seal the inside of a 5 gallon tank. If your tank is bigger, just order an extra 8oz tank sealer. Here is their instruction page for sealing a tank:
http://www.kbs-coatings.com/GS-Tank-Sealer-Info.aspx
2006-09-30 07:15:06 · answer #1 · answered by depotcopycat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the tank is discontinued, I would go the kreem route.
If it's still available and you plan on keeping the bike for a few years, I would recommend buying a new one. A maintained tank should last forever. Always keep the tank filled to the top with fuel (especially when storing it for more than a month). This will prevent air & moisture from entering, and rusting the metal surface.
Sand blasting, boiling and Kreem are all quick fixes. Do the right thing and buy a new tank.
2006-09-29 15:16:57 · answer #2 · answered by guardrailjim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Kreem Kit offered by Jireh cycles at 877-681-0448 for 24.95 part # 103-188 will be your best bet. This will clean the tank to look like new inside when you follow directions.I use this kit in all my gas tanks and have had excellent results .You must follow directions as to get best results.Let set in sun for several days as to harden sealant well
2006-09-30 10:38:11 · answer #3 · answered by xlhdrider 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a process used with Kreem or Caswell's Epoxy.
You can knock out the loose rust by putting shot, .BBs or nuts inside and shaking. Then you kill the rust with acid or OSPHO.
The final step is to coat with the product.
This is simplified and you should follow the directions included with the product you buy.
http://www.caswellplating.com/aids/epoxygas.htm
2006-09-29 18:21:01 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
New one is best - but try putting some small nuts & bolts into your rusty one - give it a good shaking, clean the muck out and then treat it with a tank sealing product, like 'Petseal' or similar - worked on my plunger 'Goldie'
2006-09-29 15:25:16 · answer #5 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Radiator repair shops can usually repair a leaky gas tank.
Be careful though!
I have had tanks dinged, scratched and ruined by bad repair shops. Make sure that they know how to pressure test the tank also, otherwise it will be disformed.
2006-09-29 15:00:12 · answer #6 · answered by jrayhp 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tried both POR15 and KBS tank repair systems. I'd use KBS again not only b/c it gives better results but also more affordable. POR is a good product don't get me wrong, but is gettin rather arrogant with their prices....just raised them again which is twice in past 6 mos. So y'all don't get fooled by old labels, look elsewhere for better answers and deals.
2006-09-30 19:42:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd say just buy a new one. there is no way of knowing if you totally got all the rust out and or sand. I would say contact your local motor cycle repair shop though to point you in the right direction.
2006-09-29 16:02:33 · answer #8 · answered by Hebrews 11 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a good handfull of nuts and bolts and a bit of petrol, shake it around for an hour and rinse out. Go to a decent bike dealership and they should have a sealer, any brand they all work...
2006-09-30 01:26:02 · answer #9 · answered by pomjon1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
POR- 15 has a product that kills the rust and lines the inside of the tank to stop leaks and rust from forming
http://www.por15.com/PRODUCTS/COMPLETEKITS/CYCLETANKREPAIRKIT/tabid/103/Default.aspx
2006-09-29 15:19:35 · answer #10 · answered by dodrambo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋