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hdhunter58 · 03-07-2012, 01:33 PM

any advice on cleaning out a rusty tank? or a place to get a reasonable price on a replacement for a 2004 600 shadow? in silver?

still_bluenoser · 03-07-2012, 08:33 PM

Have a look at this

Fuel tank lining process step by step.

jsalman93 · 03-07-2012, 08:49 PM

Here's a good video to check out for that. Instead of using bolts and screws though, I would suggest running down to the local pet store and getting those aquarium rocks that they sell for fish tanks, they are about a dollar and would work better

How to clean your motorcycle gas tank eco friendly - YouTube

still_bluenoser · 03-07-2012, 11:27 PM

A length of chain works best, You only have to grab one piece to get it out of your tank and your done. It can be a PITA getting loose particles out of your tank...

hdhunter58 · 03-07-2012, 11:57 PM

thanks bluenoser i think i am going to go with that you got great results

hdhunter58 · 03-08-2012, 05:52 PM

will this damage the paint on the tank....my tank actually looks great just has rust inside from sitting

still_bluenoser · 03-08-2012, 10:36 PM

I keep a bucket of water mixed with lots of baking soda close by when I do this. If it gets on the paint you just wipe it away with a rag.

I've never had paint damaged with this method, but I'm careful.

hdhunter58 · 03-09-2012, 12:33 AM

thanks i am gona try it...let you know how it comes out

made2care · 03-09-2012, 11:40 AM

I purchased a 99 aero 1100 in terrible condition but a great project bike. got it for dirt cheap and the first item to tackle was the rusty gas tank. Removed tank from bike. filled with vinegar and let it sit for 2 days. drained vinegar and put a 1/2 cup of laundry detergent with a chain inside tank.shake/ rinse and repeated 3 times. finished with nail polish remover or rubbing alcohol . then purchased RED-KOTE( only tank liner i would use), it has a degreaser of sorts, then the liner. follow directions and take your time. wait at least 2 days before you fill with gas. Sleeping Beauty's tank has given me no problems, and you never have to worry about rust again.

7s1amma7 · 03-09-2012, 12:06 PM

purple power rust converter is the best thing ive ever used. its not a coating, it along with a length of chain and you'll never have a problem

03-07-2012, 01:33 PM	#1 (permalink)
hdhunter58 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 7	rusty tank any advice on cleaning out a rusty tank? or a place to get a reasonable price on a replacement for a 2004 600 shadow? in silver?

03-07-2012, 08:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
still_bluenoser Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Nova Scotia Canada Posts: 3,476	Have a look at this Fuel tank lining process step by step. __________________ 1981 cb750c with 900f forks, cams, oil cooler. 1983 vt500c 1979 cbx

03-07-2012, 11:27 PM	#4 (permalink)
still_bluenoser Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Nova Scotia Canada Posts: 3,476	A length of chain works best, You only have to grab one piece to get it out of your tank and your done. It can be a PITA getting loose particles out of your tank... __________________ 1981 cb750c with 900f forks, cams, oil cooler. 1983 vt500c 1979 cbx

03-08-2012, 10:36 PM	#7 (permalink)
still_bluenoser Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Nova Scotia Canada Posts: 3,476	I keep a bucket of water mixed with lots of baking soda close by when I do this. If it gets on the paint you just wipe it away with a rag. I've never had paint damaged with this method, but I'm careful. __________________ 1981 cb750c with 900f forks, cams, oil cooler. 1983 vt500c 1979 cbx

03-09-2012, 11:40 AM	#9 (permalink)
made2care Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 48	Sleeping beauty's gas tank I purchased a 99 aero 1100 in terrible condition but a great project bike. got it for dirt cheap and the first item to tackle was the rusty gas tank. Removed tank from bike. filled with vinegar and let it sit for 2 days. drained vinegar and put a 1/2 cup of laundry detergent with a chain inside tank.shake/ rinse and repeated 3 times. finished with nail polish remover or rubbing alcohol . then purchased RED-KOTE( only tank liner i would use), it has a degreaser of sorts, then the liner. follow directions and take your time. wait at least 2 days before you fill with gas. Sleeping Beauty's tank has given me no problems, and you never have to worry about rust again.

03-07-2012, 08:49 PM	#3 (permalink)
jsalman93 Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 91	Here's a good video to check out for that. Instead of using bolts and screws though, I would suggest running down to the local pet store and getting those aquarium rocks that they sell for fish tanks, they are about a dollar and would work better How to clean your motorcycle gas tank eco friendly - YouTube

03-07-2012, 11:57 PM	#5 (permalink)
hdhunter58 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 7	thanks bluenoser i think i am going to go with that you got great results

03-08-2012, 05:52 PM	#6 (permalink)
hdhunter58 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 7	will this damage the paint on the tank....my tank actually looks great just has rust inside from sitting

03-09-2012, 12:33 AM	#8 (permalink)
hdhunter58 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 7	thanks i am gona try it...let you know how it comes out

03-09-2012, 12:06 PM	#10 (permalink)
7s1amma7 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Mid, Ga Posts: 231	purple power rust converter is the best thing ive ever used. its not a coating, it along with a length of chain and you'll never have a problem __________________ 1985 Honda VT500

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