Fuel tank rust!
Fuel tank rust!
The Opel's tank has rust that is blocking the Filters. I intend to drain the tank. Not a major task! What do I do to remove the rust inside the tank! I am becoming an expert at cleaning petrol filters I am afraid to take on long distance trips!
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1966 Opel Rekord L CLASSIC SEDAN Current Project
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1966 Opel Rekord L CLASSIC SEDAN Current Project
Re: Fuel tank rust!
Apple vinegar works, throw a few BOLTS in the tank, shake around. (bolts help break out rust)
Re: Fuel tank rust!
Or if you want to go big time
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Covk_AxA3Ig
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Covk_AxA3Ig
Re: Fuel tank rust!
Thanks for the advice! Will purchase the Apple Vinegar. Will the plain white spirit vinegar work? 5% acidity.
The other option is to use Di-Oxide in addition as a coating
The other option is to use Di-Oxide in addition as a coating
Member No: 209
Ah! Yes I remember it well! (Only GM's!)
1966 Opel Rekord L CLASSIC SEDAN Current Project
Ah! Yes I remember it well! (Only GM's!)
1966 Opel Rekord L CLASSIC SEDAN Current Project
Re: Fuel tank rust!
Hi Johann,
Is the fuel tank the same as what is in the Kadett B?
Regards,
Gareth
Is the fuel tank the same as what is in the Kadett B?
Regards,
Gareth
Current cars:
1972 Opel Manta
1969 Opel GT
1980 Corvette
1971 Opel Kadett Coupe (Current Restomod build)
1966 Opel Kadett Coupe (Future restoration)
1948 Chevy 3600 Pickup
For Sale: 1971 GM Ranger
Ex: 1969 Opel Kadett Coupe, 1959 Opel Rekord P1
1972 Opel Manta
1969 Opel GT
1980 Corvette
1971 Opel Kadett Coupe (Current Restomod build)
1966 Opel Kadett Coupe (Future restoration)
1948 Chevy 3600 Pickup
For Sale: 1971 GM Ranger
Ex: 1969 Opel Kadett Coupe, 1959 Opel Rekord P1
Re: Fuel tank rust!
Hullo Gareth, here is a pic!VetteGP wrote:Hi Johann,
Is the fuel tank the same as what is in the Kadett B?
Regards, Gareth
Member No: 209
Ah! Yes I remember it well! (Only GM's!)
1966 Opel Rekord L CLASSIC SEDAN Current Project
Ah! Yes I remember it well! (Only GM's!)
1966 Opel Rekord L CLASSIC SEDAN Current Project
Re: Fuel tank rust!
Thanks Johann,
Not the same.
Not the same.
Current cars:
1972 Opel Manta
1969 Opel GT
1980 Corvette
1971 Opel Kadett Coupe (Current Restomod build)
1966 Opel Kadett Coupe (Future restoration)
1948 Chevy 3600 Pickup
For Sale: 1971 GM Ranger
Ex: 1969 Opel Kadett Coupe, 1959 Opel Rekord P1
1972 Opel Manta
1969 Opel GT
1980 Corvette
1971 Opel Kadett Coupe (Current Restomod build)
1966 Opel Kadett Coupe (Future restoration)
1948 Chevy 3600 Pickup
For Sale: 1971 GM Ranger
Ex: 1969 Opel Kadett Coupe, 1959 Opel Rekord P1
Re: Fuel tank rust!
Last time i cleaned a tank was my Xt500
Re: Fuel tank rust!
Thanks Gareth. I now recall my 68 Kadett had an upright tank on the one side and I fitted one on the other side with a "T" piece. Was able to drive from Durban tp PE without refueling!VetteGP wrote:Thanks Johann,
Not the same.
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Member No: 209
Ah! Yes I remember it well! (Only GM's!)
1966 Opel Rekord L CLASSIC SEDAN Current Project
Ah! Yes I remember it well! (Only GM's!)
1966 Opel Rekord L CLASSIC SEDAN Current Project
Re: Fuel tank rust!
First to Kirk tomorrow and then under the car to undo the bolts to remove the tank from the top! Have it back in on Monday!Shaughn wrote:Last time i cleaned a tank was my Xt500
Member No: 209
Ah! Yes I remember it well! (Only GM's!)
1966 Opel Rekord L CLASSIC SEDAN Current Project
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1966 Opel Rekord L CLASSIC SEDAN Current Project
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