Does anyone know of any shops that still hot dip a fuel tank to remove dried old fuel? In the south metro (Twin Cities). '28 Model A tank, thanks in advance!
I was considering it since it was in decent shape, my other option was a bed mounted fuel cell. Trying to stay as traditional as possible!
There are many more options than just a bed mounted fuel cell. How about a Model T tank? Not traditional enough? http://www.thehotrodcompany.com/shopnow/show_dept.asp?dept_id=78 Certainly safer than having a lap full of gasoline.
There was a fuel tank reconditioning place out west of Valley Fair..... I don't recall the name of it so maybe @StevieNash will jump in here. I did dropoff and pickup service for him, back when I was making a lot of runs up to St.Paul. I think he was pretty happy with it.
Not a thing. If you don't mind the inherent safety issue ***ociated with having gasoline over your body parts.
You can do most yourself if you're interested. I've been very successful taking them to the car wash. (magic wand) Find the one with plenty of hot water and lots of pressure. The bays closest to the "pump house" typically have the hottest water and most pressure. Just do it before it gets cold cuz ya gonna get wet!
I used Cascade on mine, washed it a few times, rinsed it a few times, put a hair dryer in it and let it run until I couldn't touch it, let it cool a little, installed it, and filled it up with new gas. It worked fine.
I'm inclined to believe that if you get in a severe enough accident in a model A to puncture the stock tank, you've got bigger problems... But I do see your point, and I do believe it's a valid concern, but I am also fairly sure if it was a super big safety concern as some make of it, we would hear about it on Fordbarn.... I actually think I may start that thread... On another note, I always thought a fuel cell bladder in a stock tank would be cool, and take away some of those concerns. Anyways, this post is pointless, I was wondering if you had some mechanical reason for your dislike. I should have realized that safety was more your concern.
Was it from a punctured tank? I've definitely seen a few model A fires, and all were electrical related. You actually have me a little concerned as I value your expertise on a lot of issues.
I watched my Grandfather's '31 burn for a little while. Luckily, nobody was hurt, and he, a very calm man, put it out quickly. That was about 1978. It is still in use. It was most likely perforation due to rust, as it is in New England. Here at Ralph's Diner:
Thanks for all the info everyone. I do like the idea of a fuel cell in the stock tank location.....might have to look into that.
Try a Renu-it gas tank cleaning and sealing franchise. Have had two tanks done and have been very satisfied. They are all over the US.
I used a tank sealer kit from kbs coatings on my original gas tank out of my 49 F1. The tank was nasty, about an inch of gum and varnish at the bottom. It worked great. It's a three step system. A cleaner, etcher, then sealer. It cleaned my tank out completely. Then the sealer made it look like new inside. It was like $80 shipped. Well worth the money. It's been a few years and no issues with the tank. http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Auto-Fuel-Tank-Sealer-Kit.html Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
anytime gas is involved there is no 100% safe place to put a gas tank. can't put it behind the seat, think early pickups. can't put it on the side, remember school bus's and side impact? can't put it in the back, think pinto. so what's left?
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