Aluminium fuel tanks

Mr Gazza · 05-08-2023, 09:58 AM

Indian tanks are a mixed bag and a bit of a lottery.
I had a new one for my Commando which fitted perfectly and didn't leak which was lucky compared to others I knew of.
But, the inside was primed with petrol soluble grey paint, underneath which was rust.
I did get it all out and killed the rust, but not what you expect from a brand new tank!

Adie, test it for leaks before you paint it.

adie851 · 05-08-2023, 10:03 AM

Thanks Gary, I'll check it out before I get it painted..its in a warm dry place so no risk of rust..hopefully.....

05-08-2023, 09:58 AM	#1
Mr Gazza Lord of the Rings Join Date: May 2013 Location: Norwich Bike: M900sie Posts: 5,855	Indian tanks are a mixed bag and a bit of a lottery. I had a new one for my Commando which fitted perfectly and didn't leak which was lucky compared to others I knew of. But, the inside was primed with petrol soluble grey paint, underneath which was rust. I did get it all out and killed the rust, but not what you expect from a brand new tank! Adie, test it for leaks before you paint it. __________________ Last edited by Mr Gazza; 05-08-2023 at 10:01 AM..

05-08-2023, 10:03 AM	#2
adie851 Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Bike: S4r Posts: 104	Thanks Gary, I'll check it out before I get it painted..its in a warm dry place so no risk of rust..hopefully.....