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Old 11-11-2020, 07:21 PM   #1
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Default 46 Ford pickup gas tank

We have ran into a snag with our 46 Ford pickup. The latest from rapid City is that the truck in now running after a 30 year nap and most everything is going well except that the gas tank is a hot mess!! "1 inch of accumulated rust" I am told and they are doubtful as if it could ever be repaired. Does anyone have a source for restoration or replacement?? Thanks
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Old 11-11-2020, 08:41 PM   #2
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An inch is a LOT of rust.... I have strapped old fuel tanks to my rear tractor wheel with bungee cords. Jack up that wheel, put a bunch of bolts and jagged metal chunks inside with a lot of water. Run a couple hours, rinse, repeat. Count the chunks for removal time. Afterwards do the redkoat or other sealer. If one of the repop places make a new tank, that would eliminate a lot of dirty work!
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Old 11-11-2020, 10:10 PM   #3
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From what i remember, the tank under the seat is.the same tank as a 46 to 48 passanger car. Check with tanks inc.
New tanks are not that much
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Old 11-11-2020, 10:14 PM   #4
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I was not able to find anyone that made replacement tanks for the 42-47 truck years. Hopefully you have better luck. What I did learn was that a lot of radiator shops boil gas tanks and seal them. I was able to save my tank thankfully. Is your tank super rusty on the outside? Or just full of old gas and rust?
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Old 11-16-2020, 09:10 AM   #5
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I have an extra tank but I'm not sure what it's condition is. I'll try to dig it out today and look it over. If it looks at all usable/repairable I'll send you a PM to see if you want it.
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Old 11-28-2020, 06:15 PM   #6
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I have a few spares in good shape - and I believe they are already lined with RedKote tank sealer. If you are still looking, let me know
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