Need Gas Tank Prep Advise

Racer Doc · #1 (**permalink**) 03-30-2003, 09:00 AM

I have a brand new gas tank, I intend to keep the "zinc color". Is a good idea to coat it with something so it stays fresh looking?

RallySnake · #2 (**permalink**) 03-31-2003, 01:46 PM

I used a gas tank also, instead of a fuel cell. The reason I did was to have more fuel capacity. The Bronco tank I have holds 22 gallons. The same size fuel cell only holds 16 gallons. Mine mounts inside the trunk and I have a padded carpet over it. It doesn't change color. How are you mounting yours?

Paul

Racer Doc · #3 (**permalink**) 03-31-2003, 07:18 PM

PAUL,

My tank came mounted by Midstates, the people I purchased the kit from.

My tank is mounted under the body

RallySnake · #4 (**permalink**) 03-31-2003, 07:59 PM

I try to maintain a theme of three colors: red, black or chrome. I guess if you really like the zinc color under the car, you'll become a fanatic like me. First you wash the top of the car with nothing but hot water and a sponge. Then you wash under the fenders with a hose and a brush and spray everything you can't reach. Next, you dry the top of the car. Then, you move it to a dry spot, jack it up, and wipe everything under it with old towels. I look for loose bolts and nuts and check all the suspension parts while I'm under there.

I hope this helps,

Paul

Racer Doc · #5 (**permalink**) 04-01-2003, 08:11 AM

We are all fanatics, is'nt taht the point of this whole thing.

RallySnake · #6 (**permalink**) 04-01-2003, 11:10 AM

I polished every bolt on my car as I put it together. It hurts when I get under the car to find them rusted now. You know, you might think about using POR15 to paint it. That stuff is tough as nails!

Paul

Racer Doc · #7 (**permalink**) 04-03-2003, 07:13 PM

Rust... I hate rust.