Tadams Tadams Joined Jun 13, 2008 Messages 3,633 Reaction score 952 Location nc Feb 12, 2015 #1 What is the best way to dispose of an old tank. I have a new one on the way. Also the fuel that may be contaminated. Gage doesn't work, but more than likely 5 gals or so. Thanks as always.
What is the best way to dispose of an old tank. I have a new one on the way. Also the fuel that may be contaminated. Gage doesn't work, but more than likely 5 gals or so. Thanks as always.
barbee6043 barbee 6043 FABO Gold Member Joined Jul 20, 2008 Messages 20,520 Reaction score 10,108 Location Shepherd, Texas ( SE Tx) Feb 12, 2015 #2 the fuel will evaporate. maybe not b the e right way, but it works. the local crusher will take tanks here. and anything( of metal )else! LOL
the fuel will evaporate. maybe not b the e right way, but it works. the local crusher will take tanks here. and anything( of metal )else! LOL
Tadams Tadams Joined Jun 13, 2008 Messages 3,633 Reaction score 952 Location nc Feb 12, 2015 #3 Thanks, Wasn't sure if they would or not. Have an awesome day!
krazykuda Well-Known Member FABO Gold Member How-To Section Editor Joined Aug 20, 2007 Messages 66,493 Reaction score 29,747 Location Orland Park, IL Feb 12, 2015 #4 Ask your local scrap yard first. Some around here won't take fuel tanks....
Tadams Tadams Joined Jun 13, 2008 Messages 3,633 Reaction score 952 Location nc Feb 12, 2015 #5 I'll give then a call. I know they will by cars as long as the tanks are empty, so should be ok.
BillGrissom Well-Known Member Joined May 10, 2009 Messages 8,131 Reaction score 1,043 Location Sacramento Feb 12, 2015 #6 I save old gas for cleaning parts. The older it is, the safer it is. Gets more like diesel over time.
I save old gas for cleaning parts. The older it is, the safer it is. Gets more like diesel over time.
Tadams Tadams Joined Jun 13, 2008 Messages 3,633 Reaction score 952 Location nc Feb 12, 2015 #7 Should I paint the new fuel tank and if so with what to protect it
jimjimjimmy lobsterman FABO Gold Member Joined Nov 2, 2010 Messages 5,347 Reaction score 2,642 Location p. e. i. Feb 12, 2015 #8 por 15 and dont put any on the inner sending unit ring. but rust paint will work also like plastic coat.
por 15 and dont put any on the inner sending unit ring. but rust paint will work also like plastic coat.
Tadams Tadams Joined Jun 13, 2008 Messages 3,633 Reaction score 952 Location nc Feb 12, 2015 #9 Awesome, Thanks for your help.