bafarm
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Post by bafarm on Jan 16, 2009 10:27:58 GMT -5
I have used Kero & misc nuts ant bolts to loosen up junk before.
I'm not sure on the rules for posting links but do a search on hirsch auto
I have used there sealer many times on bikes, cars & trucks. Starting back in the late 70's. Stuff works great if you follow the steps.
The Bike kit will probably do a bunch of saws, but I think they need to have steel tanks.
I poured it in and drained the excess, then reused it again on another tank.
Don
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Post by woodplayer on Jan 16, 2009 11:32:28 GMT -5
Sometimes high pressure hose, stand back though.
Small but long flexible brush.
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Post by MCS on Jan 16, 2009 21:25:10 GMT -5
How about some carburetor cleaner? Since most carburetors are made of aluminum it shouldn't dissolve your tank. Seal up the gas exit port, pour some in, put on the gas cap and just roll it around. Let it sit in different positions for awhile. Dump it out and follow the correct disposal. You may need to put in some course gravel, the pet stores have it for the bottom of aquariums, close the cap and shake it for awhile and then rinse it out with paint thinner. My son says there is a sealer that motorcycle shops use in motorcycle tanks but we don't have a name for the product.
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Post by sawcollector on Jan 16, 2009 21:29:52 GMT -5
I agree with A7, carb and choke spray, just about any brand, will dissolve varnish with a little time and agitation. I had an old David Bradley that was really stinky and gummed, and I sprayed about half a can in the tank, put the cap on and let it sit for a few days, and every time I walked by I shook it up. Took a while and several treatments but it did the job.
Eddie
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Post by billg on Jan 17, 2009 2:42:16 GMT -5
Some use Muratic acid.
Bill
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Post by Urbanchainsawer on Jan 17, 2009 12:03:38 GMT -5
The auto parts stores carry 1 gallon cans of carburetor cleaner that is meant for soaking carbs for rebuild purposes. Most of them even have soaking baskets in them for submerging parts. This stuff is very wicked, and I have had great success rebuilding 4 barrel Carters and Holleys with it. It removes built up lacquer and they come out like new. Be prepared for a very volatile odor and stains on your skin and clothes! Use gloves and safety glasses.
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Post by billg on Jan 18, 2009 4:00:41 GMT -5
Wont Muriatic acid eat the tank? p.s. Still working on that parts list Bill. I havnt forgot. I sure think it would but that is ehat some guys use. I guess if you dilute it that would work. I sure remember what it looked like when I used it to get some nasty spray paint out of concrete. I used it full strength. Bill
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Post by rowdy235 on Jan 22, 2009 19:19:03 GMT -5
I use a can of seafoam and bb's in the tank, shake, let set, and repeat.
Just an idea
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