Date:         Sat, 24 May 2008 13:40:45 -0700
Reply-To:     Ed Hinchey <vanagoned@YAHOO.COM>
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From:         Ed Hinchey <vanagoned@YAHOO.COM>
Subject:      Rusty water in gas tank
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I just put the 89 Wolfsy Weekender on the road for the summer and it choked and caughed and eventually spat blood red (rusty) gasoline when I drained the fuel tank.  I pulled the tank and it is a mess, sludge, rust and solids on the bottom. Can it be saved?  I see new tanks for about $190 at the Busdepot.  Should I just pass it off for scrap or is it worth a thorough cleaning?  From the outside, it looks pretty good, some minor rust around the perimeter seams.
 
Thanks in advacne for your advice.
 
Ed
 
83 - Westy
89 - Wolfsy
86 - Cabrio (the newest member of the family)

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