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Old 09-15-2023, 06:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Cobra_ZA View Post
Undy, what specific tank did you modify and how difficult was it? I am contemplating modifying a T-Bird tank to have the outlet on the left. Is it difficult to de-solder and can it be done with a normal propane torch?
You have to de-solder every joint and clean every last bit of solder off/out of the joints. If you don't the silver solder won't bond. After that and the application of the required silver solder flux you'll need an oxy-acetylene torch as a propane torch doesn't produce adequate heat for silver soldering. After nearly 20 years after I did the tank I've had zero leaks. I was repairing leaks every couple weeks with the soft soldered joints.
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