Lukus Posted 8November, 2019 Report Share Posted 8November, 2019 As the title suggests, I’ve searched for posts about where to send a tank for professionally cleaning out any rust and refurbishing but have only found some relating to DIY type efforts. Having sat for 10 or more years, the rust in other areas of the body suggests the tank will likely be needing a good check too. I’m not against buying a good second hand tank (assuming it checks out ok, the one ‘74-89 for sale at the moment looks like a decent deal). However, I am wary after reading of people buying them, only to find they don’t quite suit the vehicle they bought it for. I’d like to at least explore having the original tank tidied up so if anyone knows where to send them for a clean out and coat of stone guard, I’d appreciate some details! Thanks in advance 👍🏼 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruby82sc Posted 8November, 2019 Report Share Posted 8November, 2019 Price a new one from BWA, you may get a pleasant surprise. Lukus 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lukus Posted 8November, 2019 Author Report Share Posted 8November, 2019 29 minutes ago, ruby82sc said: Price a new one from BWA, you may get a pleasant surprise. Taken your advice and emailed them. A new one would certainly be a nice option so I appreciate the info, thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 8November, 2019 Report Share Posted 8November, 2019 Try Porsche part by Jeff .............. https://www.porschepartsbyjeff.com/?tags=&price_min=&price_max=&shop_id=&sort=&search=fuel+tank Lukus 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lukus Posted 8November, 2019 Author Report Share Posted 8November, 2019 4 minutes ago, Raven said: Try Porsche part by Jeff .............. https://www.porschepartsbyjeff.com/?tags=&price_min=&price_max=&shop_id=&sort=&search=fuel+tank Could potentially be a good source for future smaller items but I’d really prefer to not pay freight on a fuel tank. Thanks for the link 😎 Raven 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 8November, 2019 Report Share Posted 8November, 2019 I rarely buy parts overseas now as the big sellers engage external packing companies who add their massive profits to the equation and then our stupid government put GST on the total. I refurbish or buy locally wherever possible. Huge gratitude to James Reinhardt at Autohaus Hamilton for his knowledge and support. Lukus and OZ930 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoHeadsTas Posted 8November, 2019 Report Share Posted 8November, 2019 1 hour ago, Merv said: I rarely buy parts overseas now as the big sellers engage external packing companies who add their massive profits to the equation and then our stupid government put GST on the total. I refurbish or buy locally wherever possible. Huge gratitude to James Reinhardt at Autohaus Hamilton for his knowledge and support. Was just discussing this with a mate last night, who had to do a refurb on his 996 GT3 front wheel bearing and carrier. Import cost was I think about USD$650. He checked with PCM and price all up incl freight to Tassie was $650!! Apparently there was a discussion at a recent Oz Porsche club Presidents get together, and they were advised Porsche Aust has had a rethink about parts costing as they started to get concerned about the number of aftermarket parts being imported, and, particularly for 10+ yo models, have revised their pricing significantly lower. So, this ensures James and dealers are now much more price competitive, so well worth checking for local cost before even considering overseas..... Raven and Lukus 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lukus Posted 10November, 2019 Author Report Share Posted 10November, 2019 On 09/11/2019 at 08:31, Merv said: I rarely buy parts overseas now as the big sellers engage external packing companies who add their massive profits to the equation and then our stupid government put GST on the total. I refurbish or buy locally wherever possible. Huge gratitude to James Reinhardt at Autohaus Hamilton for his knowledge and support. On 09/11/2019 at 10:14, TwoHeadsTas said: Was just discussing this with a mate last night, who had to do a refurb on his 996 GT3 front wheel bearing and carrier. Import cost was I think about USD$650. He checked with PCM and price all up incl freight to Tassie was $650!! Apparently there was a discussion at a recent Oz Porsche club Presidents get together, and they were advised Porsche Aust has had a rethink about parts costing as they started to get concerned about the number of aftermarket parts being imported, and, particularly for 10+ yo models, have revised their pricing significantly lower. So, this ensures James and dealers are now much more price competitive, so well worth checking for local cost before even considering overseas..... 100% agreed. Merv mentioned James at Autohaus, although not genuine Porsche parts, the quote I received for door and window seals for a car I have at the panel shop was some 50% cheaper than the trade price I was quoted by a Porsche dealer. Worth checking for sure. Hoping for a good outcome from BWA as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 10November, 2019 Report Share Posted 10November, 2019 On 09/11/2019 at 08:31, Merv said: Huge gratitude to James Reinhardt at Autohaus Hamilton for his knowledge and support. I get most of my stuff from them now as it usually works out the same price as US these days and i get a Carramello Bear. Merv 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 10November, 2019 Report Share Posted 10November, 2019 Love the Bears. Saving them up. There are products available to clean and seal tanks. First you need to get a clear view of what is in there , check for leaks under pressure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sus911 Posted 15November, 2019 Report Share Posted 15November, 2019 I recently undertook this on my 3.2 tank- refurb inside & out. Still needs to be painted but I'm pretty pleased with how it came out. I used KBS Aqua Kleen & Metal Ready (may have names confused with POR15 products) for a thorough clean and prep then their Gold Standard Tank Sealer to coat the inside of the tank. Some will say you can't do this because of the swirl pot in there but so far so good. I reckon it'll last a loooong time. I used a water based sealer with a cheap schutz gun to patch the body sealer around the seam on the outside of the tank and with a bit of practice you can blend in the texture with the factory finish. Obviously good prep and etching is a good idea. I didn't want or need to strip the whole outside of the tank. I'll be pulling it out in the new year to paint it & may finish it with a durable clear so I can forget it once & for all. The inside looks amazing and that tank sealer is a top product. Peter M 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sus911 Posted 15November, 2019 Report Share Posted 15November, 2019 Peter M and 81SC 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sus911 Posted 15November, 2019 Report Share Posted 15November, 2019 The inside coating... Peter M and firstone 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 16November, 2019 Report Share Posted 16November, 2019 Nice work there. As good as new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RTP Posted 4December, 2019 Report Share Posted 4December, 2019 How did you prepare the inside? Chemicals? Mechanical? I have heard that putting sand and gravel inside then strapping it to a concrete mixer works but I have never tried it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sus911 Posted 16December, 2019 Report Share Posted 16December, 2019 KBS Aqua Kleen then Metal Ready mixed with warm water. Brought it all back to shiny metal beautifully. Have a chat to Adrian at KBS. Peter M 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lukus Posted 16December, 2019 Author Report Share Posted 16December, 2019 FWIW, I’ve bought a replacement tank so my original one will be for sale if anyone wants to have a go at restoring it. Not after much for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sus911 Posted 17December, 2019 Report Share Posted 17December, 2019 What car was it in & where are you? Can’t seem to see any details on my phone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lukus Posted 17December, 2019 Author Report Share Posted 17December, 2019 12 hours ago, sus911 said: What car was it in & where are you? Can’t seem to see any details on my phone. Obviously this isn’t a for sale thread so I wasn’t going to say too much. The fuel tank is in Sydney (northern beaches). It’s out of a ‘74 911S. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billecartz Posted 20April, 2020 Report Share Posted 20April, 2020 My old 1974 tank was rusted and I replaced it with a new Dansk with swirl pot. I bought it from Heritage Parts in the UK and landed it for just under $500. FDD3292F-2FA1-45BD-B986-FCA09AFD1D85.heic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugs77 Posted 21April, 2020 Report Share Posted 21April, 2020 Dave, have you gone East yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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