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Old Mar 24, 2012 | 04:00 PM
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When installing a new gas tank, like replacement metal, is it necessary to coat the inside of the tank?
 
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Old Mar 24, 2012 | 04:26 PM
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Yes, if it hasn't already been sealed. I don't know a lot about it, but have seen kits for it. I bought a used tank from someone and he had already had it sealed.

Someone with some know how on the process will chime in soon I'm sure.
 
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Old Mar 24, 2012 | 04:56 PM
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Like the sheet replacement metal from harley or what?
 
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like an aftermarket tank unpainted from J&P
 
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Old Mar 25, 2012 | 09:16 PM
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Yeah you're going to have to line the tank in that case. If you don't you'll have problems and rust will be one of them.
 
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Old Mar 25, 2012 | 09:22 PM
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me and my homeboy had some bad luck with the kreem tank lining kits
 
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me and my homeboy had some bad luck with the kreem tank lining kits

I've heard the same. Some say the lining stuff comes off an gums up your gas. I guess it's a gamble either way.
 
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That kreem us not ethanol safe. Take it to a radiator shop they have the good stuff. Have them pressure test your tank & braze any leaks, then have them line it.
 
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That kreem us not ethanol safe. Take it to a radiator shop they have the good stuff. Have them pressure test your tank & braze any leaks, then have them line it.
Yes the best way to do it
 
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06 Roadie,
I used this product to seal a tank last year. Easy application and great results.

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