If I buy a new tank and want to use Por 15 tank sealer as a preventative measure, do I still need their degreaser and metal prep? Or just a good rinse
1595873
Have only used it on older rusted tanks. The brown rust turns a grey metal colour when I use caustic soda (NaOH) to remove the white sludge deposits. the The product works well coating for further use.I personally would rinse out with a grease remover such as acetone to make clean the metal for bonding. Good luck.
1595874
You have to use some kind of metal prep I used a pint of muratic acid from the hardware store it worked fine you just need to rinse very well and then dry and treat quickly before the metal has time to oxidize
1595875
The stuff is thin n very adhesive. You can get away with just coating it on fresh metal. It takes 3-4 days to dry though. Make sure you have enamel reducer for any spills & catch it through the petcock slot in a can because it's pricey.
1595876
If you don't follow there steps and procedures there is no guarantee behind it and with a new tank there is no reason to use it.
1595877
I suppose any good degreaser will do, but the tank needs to surgically clean. No oils at all. You need the metal prep. The metal prep roughens the parent material at the microscopic level, providing "tooth" or something for the POR 15 to attach to. There are other chemical preps that will do the same job, but you should use their material. Mostly because if you knew which materials would work, you would not be posting this question. Metal Prep is very good stuff and you can be assured it will do this very important job.A previous user mentions muratic acid. It is not a good substitute. It is more dangerous to use and does not leave a rust resistant surface, leading to possible rust formation as the tank dries. I suppose any good degreaser will do, but the tank needs to surgically clean. No oils at all. You need the metal prep. The metal prep roughens the parent material at the microscopic level, providing "tooth" or something for the POR 15 to attach to. There are other chemical preps that will do the same job, but you should use their material. Mostly because if you knew which materials would work, you would not be posting this question. Metal Prep is very good stuff and you can be assured it will do this very important job.A previous user mentions muratic acid. It is not a... » Read More I suppose any good degreaser will do, but the tank needs to surgically clean. No oils at all. You need the metal prep. The metal prep roughens the parent material at the microscopic level, providing "tooth" or something for the POR 15 to attach to. There are other chemical preps that will do the same job, but you should use their material. Mostly because if you knew which materials would work, you would not be posting this question. Metal Prep is very good stuff and you can be assured it will do this very important job.A previous user mentions muratic acid. It is not a good substitute. It is more dangerous to use and does not leave a rust resistant surface, leading to possible rust formation as the tank dries. « Show Less
228844
Only enough cleaner/degreaser for a couple of good cleanings... but I do it twice before I rinse. It is a great chain maintenance tool and I use straight Simple Green degreaser with it. I go through a lot of degreaser on my three bikes, but I'm a little OCD about things like that. One thing, be sure the chain is dry before you relube. I blow it off with my compressor.
974480
Yes u can! Eco complete is a great substrate forthat. Bring wet pa cc ked it ddoesn't require rinsing and is usually great at not clouding water at all either. I've use for new setups and added to running stocked tanks also.
633182
Really need more info before a definitive answer can given. But if the tank is make of ordinary steel and has not been factory coated (terne coating is the best, but must be done in the factory) to prevent internal corrosion, I say the answer is "Yes". Uncoated steel gas tanks will eventually cause rust problems. If they did not, there would be no market for new tanks or tank sealer.
593854
The question is with sealer not the additive. As long as your sealer has good adhesion qualities and the prepared surface is clean, you will be fine. The additive has no effect on adhesion.
1872154
Yes, Eileen you do. But it is not as difficult as you think. Depending on the vehicle, it usually requires laying under the (empty) fuel tank and unbolting two bolts that hold "bands" across the tank. Then drop it on your chest and disconnect fuel lines and filler hose. Then just slide it out, steam clean it, acid wash (POR 15 has this product too), then seal it following the instructions. You may want to pressure wash the under side of the vehicle before removing the tank - keep you from getting as dirty from all the under-splash.
666327
Everything that is needed to start filtering is included. Only things that are not included is the filter media, bio balls, etc. It all depends on the type of aquarium you are trying to set up (fresh water vs salt water). I run GFO in mine for my reef tank. Carbon is useful in just about any aquarium. If you do use a filter media, I would suggest buying filter bags as well, or else it will be spread through out the filter, caught in the filter floss, and wasted when you clean the filter weekly. Most medias last more than 2 weeks, so you want the ability to take the media you are using out and put it back in after you are finished cleaning. Or else you will have to replace the media, which wasn't fully used. Even with out the above materials, the added flow and filter floss will help in over all tank health.
631621
I used alcohol and patch cloths to degrease. Wipe with clean cloth. Then apply wax immediately. Most degreasers should do fine so long as they don't etch (obviously). The longer the metal is unprotected the more likely it will corrode / tarnish. Work in small areas is safest.
1751593
When I bought the kit it did not include the sealer. From what I could find out the sealer needs to be mixed with purified water, bottled water. The amount to be used depends on how much they sent you. If it is their standard size it would be a quart, but suggest you try a pint and if it is to thick then add more water get it to a consistency of something between cream and milk.
462251
I used a RV type scrub brush for the rubber cleaner available in camping or department stores. I used a sponge mop to apply the protectant sealer. It was easy, fast, and worked wonderfully. Of course weather conditions determine the drying time, but it dries very fast. I think I allowed an hour or so after the cleaning and the sealer dries very fast - while your applying (it in small 3 foot sections) you can see the previous section drying while working on the next. I believe it recommended 24 hours before rain, so check weather. Apply at least two coats sealer (wait about 3 hours after first) - Great Product!
1268777
I have my filter BEFORE my pressure tank. I really don't know how much difference that makes. My thinking would be to put the coarser filter in front, and the finer one aft. I think that it makes sense to filter MOST of the sediment first and then follow up with a finer filter to clean up what it missed. I am no expert, so take that with a grain of salt, and hopefully someone who is an expert can give better advice. Good Luck!
322546
If you're running fresh water, you'll need an air pump, some air tubing, and an air stone. I also use a bag of Purigen in all of my tanks. It's a great all purpose filter media that can be regenerated with bleach so you don't have to keep buying it like carbon or other medias.None of this is expensive. You can get all of the above for less than $30 and it will help your tank quite a bit.
1054796
Product worked very well for me; sealed pits, pin holes and 1 (minor) crack. Prepped tank per the instructions then poured POR 15 in tank and rotated tank to evenly coat interior. Used 2 coats with the proper cure time in between. No reason that brushing wouldn't work as well, as product is 'thin' to start, just don't over brush and best do at least 2 coats.
1736670
You can seal it with POR-15, but you first have to clean it, prep it with POR metal prep then make sure it is perfectly dry. Not one drop of water or cleaner left out. I do small motorcycle tanks with this product and it works well if you do the prep work properly. Get their small kit that has all the chemicals for cleaning and prepping and you should have a sealed tank that will last a lifetime. No more rust! Hope this helps. Gary
1935843
Good question but it does not say on the container. When we bought our front load washer the authorized dealer suggested we use it. Here's the web site on Glisten http://www.glistencleaners.com/Washer-Cleaner-and-Deodorizer
2260275
That's a big no......you won,t need it....use the chemicals and just pour into any toilet..... Add water from water hose to complete cleaning of holding tank.
555826
It worked find for all the things I used it on. Are you sure your tank was full enough to put the presure out? Hope you figure it out. Smiles, ~Smitty~