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Old 05-06-2008, 07:59 AM
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Default Fuel Tank Leaking / Coatings?

My tank is leaking, either from a seam or pin hole in the back by the seat. I'm looking at this

http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Cycl...it_p_7-31.html

The tutorial seams pretty straight forward. I'm not painting my tank! I will take the precautions to protect my finish. So will this be fine or does anyone have a horror story about this product or other suggestions?
 
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Old 05-06-2008, 08:01 AM
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Never used that, always used Kream.
 
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Old 05-06-2008, 08:28 AM
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Default RE: Fuel Tank Leaking / Coatings?

Just had this same problem, I bet you it is leaking at the rear tank mount. I used a product called POR-15, of all the products I researched, this one seemed to have the best results. Get the complete kit that has a cleaner, rust remover, and the sealer. Had mine back together for two weeks and it's still dry so far.
 
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Take it to a radiator shop and have then do it
 
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Well I Kreemed the tank. So far a week and no problems yet.

Thanks for the suggestions.
 
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