67 Fueltank

[Bill H.]

Hi Guys, What are you doing to restore the outside of an origional tank?
The "tank paint" that has zinc in it?

I would think that having it replated would be almos as much as buying a repo.

I do want to keep this tank, the inside is like brand new. I was really supprised when I pulled the pickup/strainer, it looks like it just came out of a box.

The last time there was fuel in the tank was 1979 and the little bit that was still in there washed right out.

[Donald T.]

Re: 67 Fueltank

Looks like it is pretty good shape. Personally, I would just leave it alone and call it "patina". I definetely would not use the tank paint - trust me, it will look painted. If you want it to appear as new, then I would just replace it with a repro.

[Stephen L.]

Re: 67 Fueltank

I cleaned up my tank using purple power and then lightly cleaning using steel wool. Came out looking great. I then put on a light coat of satin clear to keep it clean.

Here is a thread on the subject.

https://www.forums.ncrs.org/showthread.php?t=80580

[Bill H.]

Re: 67 Fueltank

Thanks Stephen, your tank looks great.

SG's taking some of the dirt off but isn't working that well. I'll hit NAPA for some power purple.