Date:         Sat, 4 Jan 2003 07:42:27 EST
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From:         George Goff <THX0001@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: LP tank--Epoxy paint V.S Urethane paint
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In a message dated 1/3/03 8:32:05 PM, napszeerf@YAHOO.COM writes:

<< I have a paint gun
and i can get white epoxy paint easily(not cheap) at
the marine store but i dont know if its the best idea,
anyone ever try this? >>

Phil, my man, epoxy paint is certainly tough as nails and it will stick to
nearly anything, still, it is not infallible.  Years ago in the Salt Belt,
when epoxy paint was the latest and the greatest the guys who used it on
their cars found that it posed one major drawback.  If it gets chipped, a
rust center can start and under that tough protective coating the conditions
are just right for the rust to spread.  I've even seen rusted through panels
with the epoxy paint still intact.  Also, it is a major bitch at refinish
time.

From my own experience, there is nothing better for rust prevention than red
lead primer, but if you do not have any already it may be impossible to find.
 If you talk to an industrial coatings guy he will surely be able to
recommend some less illicit alternatives.

George