John:
My advice, based on just completed restoration of my Spitfire fuel
tank:
My tank was in deplorable condition on the inside, but it was not
leaking. Previous owner had let it sit for several years with some
gas and water in it. I drained it, filled it with water, drained
again, and let it air dry outside for two days. Then I had a good
local radiator shop clean it out - they didn't boil it out, but rather
used a special ultrasonic system that they also use on radiators and
heater cores. (This was $28 and well worth it!) It looked great after
this. I then used Eastwood's 3-part gas tank sealer system (about $30
for my 10 gallon tank). I'm now comfortable with the tank being in
storage for a year or so while I finish my restoration of the car.
Martin Libhart
Wichita, KS
1970 Spitfire-In-Progress
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