If a motorbike sits too long, the gas tank rusts on the inside.
Motorcycles and motorbikes are some of the most woebegone fix-it projects across the country. Stalled out for years on end, bikes have a habit of lurking in sheds and outbuildings and collecting dust. If left to sit too long, the gas tank rusts on the inside. Kreem products are designed to restore a gas tank to its proper working condition by sealing the inside from water and air.
Instructions
Sealing
1. Remove all dust and dirt from the outside of the gas tank with a damp cloth or towel.
2. Pour a liberal amount of Kreem Tank Mask into a medium-sized plastic container in preparation for applying it to the gas tank.
3. Apply Kreem Tank Mask to the outside of the gas tank with a medium-sized paint brush. The temperature must be above 70 degrees Fahrenheit for application. Coat the entire surface evenly.
4. Let the coat dry for 20 to 30 minutes.
5. Repeat two or three times for the best protection.
Degreasing
6. Remove all extraneous parts of the tank including all valves and petcocks.
7. Seal every opening of the gas tank with stoppers and corks (for small holes), or homemade plates and gaskets (for larger holes).
8. Dilute the Kreem Degreaser with warm water to a concentration of 1:10 in a half gallon plastic pitcher for regular use, or 1:4 for heavier buildups. Using the funnel, pour the diluted Kreem Degreaser into the tank.
9. Shake the tank vigorously for five minutes. Then drain the tank and rinse it with warm water. Using a flashlight and a dental mirror, look inside the tank and make sure all buildup has been removed by the degreaser. Repeat the degreasing phase as many times as you need to in order to get the inside of the tank absolutely free from gunk, goop and sludge.
Preparation
10. Dillute Kreem Tank Prep A with warm water to a concentration of 1:20. Fill the tank with the mixture.
11. Vent the tank to avoid pressure buildup. Allow Kreem Tank Prep A to stand in the tank for at least four hours. Let older and rustier tanks sit overnight.
12. Rinse the tank with warm water, then inspect the inside with a flashlight and a dental mirror. The surface should appear etched and there should be no trace left of Tank Prep A.
13. Repeat the Tank Prep A etching process as many times as needed.
Rinsing
14. Pour the undiluted Kreem Tank Prep B into the gas tank immediately after finishing the Kreem Tank Prep A phase.
15. Shake the gas tank vigorously. This product removes any final dirt and water and leaves the inside of the tank ready for the application of the tank liner.
16. Drain Kreem Tank Prep B into a bucket. Review the instructions on the bottle for proper disposal instructions.
Lining
17.Shake the bottle of Kreem Tank Liner.
18. Pour the Kreem Tank Liner into the tank. Be careful not to spill the product on painted surfaces as it will strip them. Close the tank tightly.
19. Rotate the tank slowly to evenly coat all of the inside surfaces. Let the tank rest for 10 minutes with the spout open. Then, close the spout and slowly rotate the tank as before to coat the inside a second time. Let the tank rest for an additional 10 minutes on a different side with the spout open. Repeat as needed to thoroughly coat the inside of the tank.
20. Pour excess Kreem Tank Liner back into the bottle immediately when finished. Do not let it pool and dry in the tank. Allow the inside to dry for at least 24 hours.
21. Trim off excess tank liner before replacing the valves and petcocks. Remove the tank mask with soapy water and a sponge. Finally, reassemble the tank.
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