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Old 07-17-2020, 03:10 PM
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Default Gas tank cleanup

I have a 66 Chevelle original gas tank that I am trying to clean off what looks to be a combination of undercoating and possibly paint. Any ideas as to the best way to get this crud off? I really prefer to try to save the original tank rather than buying a reproduction. I have heard diesel fuel works? Thank you for any suggestions.
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Old 07-17-2020, 03:42 PM
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Diesel fuel works well, graffiti remover is good as well. I used Go Jo hand cleaner along with a steam cleaner to get mine where I wanted it.









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Wow, that tank is phenomenal!
I have used diesel fuel as well.

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Thanks for the help. If my tank comes out half as good I will be quite happy!
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Mineral spirits
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I have used Mineral Spirits also, works good.
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