Rust in Tank - 4.5hp Ted Williams

[ames1]

I have aquired a 4.5 Ted Williams outboard. It hasn't been run in a long time and the tank has much rust in. I know I can replace the tank, but is there anything I can treat the tank with to remove the rust. Thanks Jason

 

[SeaMasterZ@aol.com]

Re: Rust in Tank - 4.5hp Ted Williams

at wal mart there is something like rust dissolver, it eats rust away, not a converter apparently<br /><br />give it a shot, its in the paint department near the thinners<br /><br />by the way, I had a 4.5 GF, wonderful motor, just make sure your impeller is good, I know it says AIR COOLED on the front, but there is an impeller to keep the exhaust cooled down<br /><br />Good Luck!

 

[mfbear]

Re: Rust in Tank - 4.5hp Ted Williams

You might want to take a look at this site. I have done this on external fuel tanks and it works, I then use a inline filter for extra back up.<br /><br /> http://www.oldengine.org/members/billd/electrol.htm

 

[kenjudy1]

Re: Rust in Tank - 4.5hp Ted Williams

a method I have used remove the tank put in a double handfull of nuts and bolts and shake wildly for a while then remove and rinse tank out with fuel.

 

[ISkiH2O]

Re: Rust in Tank - 4.5hp Ted Williams

Most motorcycle shops carry kits that contain acid to eat the rust and a cream to recoat the inside of the tank. Follow the directions, if not done properly the coating won't stick and can cause problems.

 

[Fouled Plug]

Re: Rust in Tank - 4.5hp Ted Williams

ISkiH20 shares my opinion....look for a product called Kreem. The fumes will knock you on your butt if you aren't careful, but when applied properly the stuff really works well.