http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ Support Forum - KBS Coatings » Forum: KBS Gold Standard Gas Tank Sealer - Recent Posts en Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:20:54 +0000 http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/2011#post-2785 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:33:05 +0000 KBS Coatings 2785@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>Yes. You will want to use the AquaKlean and RustBlast on a clean new tank. If you do not, you could have adhesion problems.</p> <p>As for brushing and the welding and then rolling .. I would be concerned that the Tank Sealer would not stick to itself. I would just roll the entire inside of the tank. Does that make sense?</p> <p>You can find complete instructions for the Gold Standard Gas Tank Sealer here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html</a></p> <p>You can also find the Fix-It Guide which will help you quickly identify the causes of and the recommended solutions for the most common issues that could occur with Tank Sealer here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/fix-it-guide-tank-sealer.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/fix-it-guide-tank-sealer.html</a></p> <p>You can also find Instructional Videos here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html</a></p> <p>You can also find Tank Sealer Flow Charts here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Flow-Chart--Tank-Sealer_ep_88-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Flow-Chart--Tank-Sealer_ep_88-1.html</a> </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/2011#post-2784 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 05:27:48 +0000 brad 2784@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>Hi,<br /> I've almost finished making a mild steel 200Lt (44gal) diesel tank with baffles - the top panel has not been welded on.</p> <p>I'm thinking of sealing it using your tank sealer.</p> <p>as its a clean new tank will I have to use the cleaner and rust blast?<br /> Are other primers or etch primers suitable?</p> <p>I was thinking of brushing the sealer on most of the internal surfaces and the baffles leaving room for a hot zone before welding the top on and then doing the top by rolling it around. What do you think? </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/1983#post-2696 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:11:14 +0000 KBS Coatings 2696@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>Some really good duct tape should do the trick. The AquaKlean will get through the adhesive after a while, though.</p> <p>You can find complete instructions for sealing your tank her: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html</a> </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/1983#post-2693 Thu, 06 Aug 2009 19:33:43 +0000 goldpan52 2693@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>has has 1 inch hole and multiple smaller holes, how do i keep cleaner in tank so i can repair tank with flame </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/1979#post-2687 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:46:57 +0000 KBS Coatings 2687@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>That should be no problem.</p> <p>But as always make sure the RustSeal is fully cured before coming in contact with any chemicals.</p> <p>You can find complete instructions for the Gold Standard Gas Tank Sealer here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html</a></p> <p>You can also find Instructional Videos here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html</a></p> <p>You can also find Tank Sealer Flow Charts here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Flow-Chart--Tank-Sealer_ep_88-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Flow-Chart--Tank-Sealer_ep_88-1.html</a> </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/1979#post-2686 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:45:59 +0000 hopmanns 2686@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>We are very interested in your product and have a quick question for you. We are wanting to use your tank sealer to seal the inside of small water heater tanks to inhibit any rust. The tanks will not be used to heat water but will be used as a charge tank to fill solar water heating loops with distilled water and a 40-60% food grade propylene glycol solution. Before filling the system we will use the charge tank to flush the solar loop with a 2% trisodium phosphate solution (TSP found at Lowe’s for cleaning bricks etc.).</p> <p>Our question is will your tank sealer work with the above mentioned solutions of: propylene glycol and trisodium phosphate?</p> <p>The tanks would be used only for a couple of hours and flushed with water and stored. </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/1978#post-2685 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:01:26 +0000 KBS Coatings 2685@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>With plastic tanks, there are thousands of different types of plastics in use today and they continue to change every year so as you can imagine it is impossible to test them all for adhesion and compatibility. Hence we do not recommend our kits for plastic tanks. But where does this leave the poor leaking plastic tank owner? With new tanks costing many hundreds of dollars - if you can buy one. What we have found over the years is many plastic tank owners are so desperate that they have been willing to give it a try regardless of the results. The surprising thing is that most, not all, have good results. This is due mainly to the fact the more porous the plastic the more it leaks. But this also means the more porous the plastic, the better the gas tank sealer can stick! Because it loves a porous surface even plastic.</p> <p>So we do not recommend our kits for plastic fuel tanks. But, do people buy them for that application? Yes they do. But we do not and can not recommend its use or guarantee the results (you are on your own). So if you want to give it a try call us but if you want a guarantee we can’t help you.</p> <p>You can find complete instructions for the Gold Standard Gas Tank Sealer here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html</a></p> <p>You can also find Instructional Videos here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html</a></p> <p>You can also find Tank Sealer Flow Charts here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Flow-Chart--Tank-Sealer_ep_88-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Flow-Chart--Tank-Sealer_ep_88-1.html</a> </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/1978#post-2684 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:00:32 +0000 biglakebound 2684@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>I have a 1995 240 sx nissan with a plastic gas tank...............it has a 1" crack.......do you have a sealer? </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/1977#post-2683 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 08:09:40 +0000 KBS Jim 2683@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>No not really. This is not an epoxy and while heat will help to evaporate the solvent contained in the sealer, it will not help the resin cure and may in fact hinder the resin curing properly.</p> <p>My best advice would be for you to be patient and let the sealer cure slowly at ambient temperature out of direct heat or sunlight. </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/1977#post-2682 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 20:27:34 +0000 anatolio 2682@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>Is there any "unofficial" way to speed up the drying.. is this an epoxy based coating? Would heat help it? </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/132#post-2607 Mon, 11 May 2009 16:11:02 +0000 KBS Coatings 2607@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>You can find complete instructions for the Gold Standard Gas Tank Sealer here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html</a></p> <p>You can also find Instructional Videos here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html</a> </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/566#post-936 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:00:25 +0000 KBS Jim 936@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ Use a good paint stripper which contains methylene chloride. Dad's Easy Spray is a good low odor stripper we often use. http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/566#post-935 Mon, 23 Feb 2009 12:29:04 +0000 irehc 935@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ What is the best way to remove Gold Seal from a tank? Thanks http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/564#post-934 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 09:23:20 +0000 irehc 934@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ Well I when out today to check it. The gold sealer did no stick to tanks. It look like it will have to all be removed. What is the best way to get this out. Will be harder to remove the longer it sets? Thanks http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/564#post-931 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:02:04 +0000 irehc 931@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ I put in two quarts. Temperature was about 60. Low humidity. Thanks http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/564#post-930 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 09:11:52 +0000 KBS Jim 930@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ Just a couple of questions:<br /><br />How much sealer did you pour into a tank that size?<br /><br />What temperature and humidity when applying?<br /><br />Sure you can use the tank sealer on the outside of the tank or we have other colors available online. We will soon be introducing a new RustSeal color called Galvanize which has the flat/satin finished look of galvanized steel. http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/564#post-929 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 10:44:49 +0000 irehc 929@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ I build 35 gallon gas tank out of 10 ga metal. When I put in the gold tanker sealer it dryed in 15 minutes. I was rotating tanks I could here it slushing next minute I could not here it anymore. It looks like it all the same thickness. It been two days now it feels hard. Is this going to be a problem? Also can I coat out side of tank with gold tank sealer? What do you suggest for coating outside. Thanks http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/246#post-588 Sat, 24 Jan 2009 08:59:29 +0000 Anonymous 588@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ The procedure for sealing a Fiberglass Tank is the same except for a variance in Step #2 - RustBlast. For this type of tank, thoroughly wet the fiberglass surface for only 2 minutes using RustBlast. Drain and rinse well with water as directed. Because you are not prepping metal or dissolving rust, RustBlast may be saved and re-used for future use. RustBlast will, however, treat the fiberglass surface by giving it a more acidic pH level &amp; by leaving a zinc phosphate coating ideal for Sealer adhesion.<br /><br />Also, it is important to make sure that the tank is completely dry inside before sealing. Drying is best accomplished by introducing forced air into the tank by using a shop vac, blow dryer, or fan. (NOTE: Drying is a critical step for sealing fiberglass tanks. Fiberglass tends to hold moisture and if the tank is not dried completely, the Sealer will not adhere properly.)<br /><br />IMPORTANT: It is also very critical to methodically coat the entire fiberglass tank completely &amp; thoroughly with the Sealer. If any part of the fiberglass surface should accidentally be left exposed or unsealed, however, these unprotected areas will be very susceptible to deterioration by alcohol blended fuels and it is therefore highly recommended that these fuels not be used in fiberglass tanks even after sealing. After coating the tank, remember to drain well to avoid pooling and puddles. http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/246#post-587 Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:56:58 +0000 Anonymous 587@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ I have a NOS fiberglass tank that I want to use on a restoration project, I have read that your sealer will work with glass is there anything special that I need to do to the tank before using your sealer?<br /><br />Thank you http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/163#post-361 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:39:03 +0000 KBS Jim 361@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>Sure, just follow the steps as with a steel tank. <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html</a> </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/181#post-405 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:38:50 +0000 KBS Jim 405@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ Try to apply when levels are below say 80%. The key again is not to allow the sealer to puddle in your tank. http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/185#post-414 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:38:44 +0000 KBS Jim 414@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ Plastic Tanks; long story short is there are thousands of different types of plastics in use today and they continue to change every year so as you can imagine it is impossible to test them all for adhesion and compatibility. Hence we do not recommend our kits for plastic tanks. But where does this leave the poor leaking plastic tank owner? With new tanks costing many hundreds of dollars - if you can buy one. What we have found over the years is many plastic tank owners are so desperate that they have been willing to give it a try regardless of the results. The surprising thing is that most, not all, have good results. This is due mainly to the fact the more porous the plastic the more it leaks. But this also means the more porous the plastic, the better the gas tank sealer can stick! Because it loves a porous surface even plastic.<br /><br />So we do not recommend our kits for plastic fuel tanks. But, do people buy them for that application? Yes they do. But we do not and can not recommend its use or guarantee the results (you are on your own). So if you want to give it a try call us but if you want a guarantee we can’t help you http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/184#post-415 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:38:38 +0000 KBS Jim 415@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>Absolutely! Just prep and seal both tanks the same way: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html</a> </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/192#post-430 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:38:32 +0000 KBS Jim 430@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ Unless you have a large access hole so you can adequately clean and prep the tank before sealing, it will not be possible. http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/199#post-444 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:38:26 +0000 KBS Jim 444@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <span style="font-weight: bold">Sounds like a job for KBS Gold Standard Tank Sealer.</span><br /><br />Give us a call toll free at 877.548.9323 to discuss quantities and pricing. http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/205#post-458 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:38:15 +0000 KBS Jim 458@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>While the tank sealer will indeed handle those temperatures, I would recommend sealing AFTER powder coating, as those temps will put the sealer under some stress.</p> <p>You can find complete instructions for the Gold Standard Gas Tank Sealer here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html</a></p> <p>You can also find Instructional Videos here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html</a> </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/209#post-465 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:38:08 +0000 KBS Jim 465@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>You would need to strip out that old sealer before using our tank sealer kit. In most cases that old sealer can be removed with a good paint stripper containing methylene chloride. We've had good success with a product called &quot;Dad's Easy Spray&quot; which is available at most Ace Hardware stores.</p> <p>You can find complete instructions for the Gold Standard Gas Tank Sealer here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html</a></p> <p>You can also find Instructional Videos here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html</a> </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/207#post-467 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:38:03 +0000 KBS Jim 467@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>I'm not real familiar with this type of material, but will do some research. As far as sealing a new tank, sealing is only necessary if you have a small leak from prior rusting or have an ongoing rust problem.</p> <p>You can find complete instructions for the Gold Standard Gas Tank Sealer here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html</a></p> <p>You can also find Instructional Videos here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html</a> </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/213#post-476 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:37:57 +0000 KBS Jim 476@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <p>It sounds like that tank had a previous sealer that is failing. That old sealer needs to stripped using KBS Strip.</p> <p>You can find KBS Strip here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/kbs-strip.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/kbs-strip.html</a></p> <p>You can find KBS Strip Instructions here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/kbs-strip-info.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/kbs-strip-info.html</a></p> <p>After stripping, follow the KBS system for sealing that tank. Avoid applying the sealer to the plastic area as much as possible.</p> <p>You can find complete instructions for the Gold Standard Gas Tank Sealer here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/Gold-Standard-Tank-Sealer-Information-Instructions_ep_39-1.html</a></p> <p>You can also find Instructional Videos here: <a href="http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Videos_ep_90-1.html</a> </p> http://support.kbs-coatings.com/topic/100#post-478 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:37:45 +0000 Anonymous 478@http://support.kbs-coatings.com/ <div class="quotetitle">KBS Coatings wrote:</div><div class="quotecontent">You will want to proceed with sealing the Tank.</div><br /><br />The rust remaining in my tank, after using Rust Blast for one hour, looks fairly thick but not loose. Do I dare proceed with the sealing? Can I reuse the Rust Blast?<br /><br />Thanks ..... Bill