Posted by Mike CA on September 23, 2009 at 19:03:43 from (99.28.152.102):
In Reply to: Rusty gas tank on an M posted by Marty from MN on September 23, 2009 at 18:56:24:
A spray-in sealant/liner was used on my H, and it leaked down into the sediment bowl and fuel system, ruining them... which stopped it from running 20 years ago. Luckily the owner bought a NOS tank at an auction, and I used that. So, liners and sealants are bad IMO.
What I've read on this forum over the years is that taking the tank off, filling it with nuts and bolts, and putting acetone (I believe) in it, then strapping it on the back of a tractor for a day or 2 while it bounces around doing field work, will clean out the flaking rust. Then take it to a radiator, or some such shop, to have it boiled.
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