[T3] Gas tank cleaning

Jared Kohler jaredkohler at gmail.com
Sun Nov 4 07:33:48 PST 2012


I started to have fuel issues right after I replaced my overflow hose with a new one. Go figure? The overflow hose i purchased was $10 bucks. What else is in your kit for $33?

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On Nov 3, 2012, at 8:37 PM, jadney at vwtype3.org wrote:

> 
>> I've been going through the fuel system in my 70 Fastback. Seems some crud
>> has accumulated in the gas tank! I removed the gas tank today and I'm
>> hoping to take it to the local radiator shop on Monday. Has any one had
>> their gas tanks boiled lately? Have you had the tank coated? Thoughts on
>> boiling and coating? Should I stay away from having the tank coated? My
>> Dad has had a few gas tanks coated in the past, but never for an F.I. car.
> 
> Never get a FI tank coated. That will result in a non functional tank and
> you'll be looking for a replacement.
> 
> It's most likely that your tank doesn't need any help at all. If your
> overflow hose has not been replaced or repaired, that's what you should be
> doing: Lots less work and lots less money. That's how the crud has been
> getting into your tank. The kits for your '70 will cost $33, including
> shipping.
> 
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