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Can you paint a gas tank exterior? by smartaxel

Started on	: 06-19-2005 05:17 PM
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Last post by	: smartaxel on 06-20-2005 08:11 AM

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Report this Post06-19-2005 05:17 PM

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Forgive me if this sounds stupid. Can you paint the exterior of the gas tank?

I read somewhere that tanks were finished with a static/spark resistant coating. Before reading this, I'd wanted to hit the tank with POR-15 for extra rust protection. I was talking to a paint guy the other day, and he thought the "spark resistant" coating was BS and looked at me like I was an idiot.

I don't need to know if I really am an idiot, but has anyone ever heard of a special coating on gas tanks?

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I think that the tanks are simply plated. I painted one with Martin Senour zinc protective paint. Looks like the original color. Haven't put it in a car yet, it's just a spare.

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You aren't an idiot. Yes, you can paint a gas tank with POR-15 or any other paint for cars. If you are going to use regular automotive paint, you'll need a good primer first since it's bare metal, but with the POR-15 you can just brush it on.

Good luck!

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Here's one that was painted by a member.........

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Report this Post06-20-2005 12:34 AM

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rhats Tina's red tank isnt it?

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Thanks guys!!

I have had two tanks rust out on me, so I wanted to protect this one going in!

Again, thanks for the info AND pics.

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