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General Discussion => Penton Talk => Topic started by: 242 on December 31, 2015, 04:47:05 PM

Title: tank sealer
Post by: 242 on December 31, 2015, 04:47:05 PM
Whats a good tank sealer to use on a steel tank. In the past I have used a Auto tank sealer but found they no longer make it in the small size.  I need it for my old 1940 Ariel Four. I found Kreen tank sealer in Dennis Kirk but there might be a better buy and product out there. Also need two inside rear spokes for rear wheel?? Ha Ha but easyer to get  then Penton spokes. Yoy'll have a "Happy New Year" Dave
Title: tank sealer
Post by: thrownchain on December 31, 2015, 05:11:07 PM
Tank sealer; Caswell.
Title: tank sealer
Post by: KJDonovan on December 31, 2015, 05:26:46 PM
Dave,

+1 one on the Caswell Tank Sealer.  I have used their "Dragons Blood" sealer on both steel and fiberglass and have yet to have any issues with it deteriorating over time.  Just make sure you follow the prep procedure so the tank is perfectly clean and dry before starting.

Thanks,

Kevin
Title: tank sealer
Post by: 242 on January 01, 2016, 03:06:33 AM
Who handles this sealer?
Title: tank sealer
Post by: thrownchain on January 01, 2016, 08:58:14 AM
1 855 CASWELL gets you direct to the company. Also ebay and Amazon have it.
Title: tank sealer
Post by: Cal Alexander on January 01, 2016, 11:42:19 AM
Red Coat also works well for steel tanks. Most of the Harley and Hodaka guys recommend it for their restorations. You can buy it online or at many Auto Parts stores. Make sure you follow the coating instructions for a thin consistent coat to avoid thick spots or pooling.

75 250 MC
74 Jackpiner
72-73 Six Day
72 Berkshire
70 Six Day
Title: tank sealer
Post by: thrownchain on January 01, 2016, 11:44:34 AM
Biggest issue is proper prep, doesn't matter which one you use, if it ain't prepped properly, it'll fail at some point.
Title: tank sealer
Post by: Richard Colahan on January 02, 2016, 01:04:52 PM
Caswell...you can buy it direct...

FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS!

Prep is still 99% of the product's success.

Richard Colahan
1969 V1225
Upper Black Eddy PA
Title: tank sealer
Post by: 242 on January 02, 2016, 03:54:31 PM
Thanks, Got some Red Coat ordered. Dave