Re: HA's 52 200 Grey Ghost

Posted by David Grubbs On 2014/3/10 8:12:34

I had the local radiator shop in Billings boil out my gas tank. I then ordered the magic tank sealer stuff from Eastwood and did the tank myself. That was five years ago and no issue. Just be sure to follow the directions exactly. As long as the tank is nice and clean, and you pour out all of the excess sealer, it will work nicely. I'm betting that you have some tiny holes in the tank if there was any gas left in it over the years. It seems to attract water, which attacks the metal right above the level of the gas, causing pitting and rust.

I would try that unless the cost of boiling and resealing approaches the cost of a new tank.