Tank Sealing?

[Nessism]

Por-15 sealer is $11.50. Gallon of phosphoric acid is $11.29 (Milkstone remover from Tractor Supply). Bag of aquarium rocks from Walmart is $4. Gallon of paint stripper is about $20. You will have lots of left overs for future projects so these costs will be deferred to other jobs.

The question is whether or not you are a do-it-yourselfer, or prefer to let others do the work. A lot of money can be saved if one doesn't mind getting their hands dirty and I'd still be concern about how complete a job the radiator shop will do regarding removing the old coating.

[bmac]

Tank sealing

I have had 5 tanks boiled out and resealed. These have been on restore projects that the bikes have not been road driven for has much has 15 yrs. Gas was left in them and turned the tanks into sheer rust havens. Sent them to a radiator shop had them boiled and then relined. I am not sure of the product ( by name) but was told and they are reputable, that what they use is guaranteed for life. This product is impervious to gas and condensation forming in the tank will not form rust on this product. It is a chemical agent and you have to be liscensed to use it. I was told that it far exceeds the por 15 and and any product you can use to reseal. The last tank reline was in December, picked it up in January and the price was $80. Was told that the price was increased to $125 starting Jan. 1, but I had it in before that and gave me the old price. I am very happy with the results on all the tanks, but less desireable about the care that is given.(handeling) If you are going to have it done, by all means get it done before painting!!!!! Besides, it is peace of mind that you won't have to be concerned about tank problems. Bob Mac

[lordcannon88]

Por-15 sealer is $11.50. Gallon of phosphoric acid is $11.29 (Milkstone remover from Tractor Supply). Bag of aquarium rocks from Walmart is $4. Gallon of paint stripper is about $20. You will have lots of left overs for future projects so these costs will be deferred to other jobs.

The question is whether or not you are a do-it-yourselfer, or prefer to let others do the work. A lot of money can be saved if one doesn't mind getting their hands dirty and I'd still be concern about how complete a job the radiator shop will do regarding removing the old coating.

what kind of por-15 are you referring to? the por 15 that looks the most appropriate is 40ish.

[Nessism]

what kind of por-15 are you referring to? the por 15 that looks the most appropriate is 40ish.

The sealer is $11.50 for 1/2 pint. The complete kit is more money, and not appropriate in the case where a liner is already in the tank.