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Fuel tank clean out?

Started by markmartin, November 16, 2015, 10:32:44 PM

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markmartin

I need to have the fuel filter bracket re brazed or mig welded at the bottom of my fuel tank as it's been seeping fuel for quite some time.  Question: Is there a proper way to  wash my tank out so when I bring it to the weld shop it will be safe to work on. ??

FJmonkey

Well, a lit match will make sure the flammables are out of the way... Just stand back when you drop it in.... :sarcastic:
The glass is not half full, it was engineered with a 2X safety factor.

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Mine was washed out with hot water and Dawn dish soap, rinsed, then refilled with water before brazing.

Nobody was killed or nothin.  :nea:

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markmartin

Quote from: not a lib on November 16, 2015, 10:40:35 PM

Mine was washed out with hot water and Dawn dish soap, rinsed, then refilled with water before brazing.

Nobody was killed or nothin.  :nea:


Sounds simple enough.  I think I was overthinking....

Quote from: FJmonkey on November 16, 2015, 10:36:17 PM
Well, a lit match will make sure the flammables are out of the way... Just stand back when you drop it in.... :sarcastic:

That would definitely take care of any residue and rust concerns!