Topic: rust in fuel tank.

[12 valve]

I have an 87 4runner that has sat for over 10 years and I'm trying to clean the rust out of the tank any ideas?

[2manytoys]

If it's real bad find another tank. Or you could see if a radiator shop will dip it for you.

[bleakhorizon]

i say find another one.... but ive refurbished tanks with a bit of elbow grease.... throw a short length of chain in there and shake it around at all angles.. if it seems to need sealing or you want to get extended life out of it, grab some off the shelf fuel tank sealer... if you want a very good quality product look at the Por-15 stuff its awesome

[weakyota91]

i dont know where u live but im in redding ca i have a tank out of a 91 single cab 22re. been sitting in my bushes in my backayard since april, u can have it. came from a parts truck i stripped and parted out.

[Rocksurfer]

Eastwood Sealer Kit, wash, etch and sealer runs about 50 bucks.

[Cheesemaker]

I've helped clean and seal alot of old Harley tanks for some buddies.  It's fairly simple, just time consuming.  Just need some time, beer, and buddies that's willing to shake your tank around for a couple of hours.      But the key trick is like Bleak said, you need to be able to knock off all the rust off, or you won't get a good coating. 

[12 valve [OP]]

Thanks for the replies. Im going to try and knock off what I can and reseal it with some stuff I found at the parts store over the weekend.