Tip of the Month – Tank Sealer

PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE THAT WILL BE REWARDED...

Over the years, one of the BEST TIPS that we can give to people who are sealing a tank is to BE PATIENT. Proper prep and sealing IS NOT a lunch hour project. The KBS 3 Step System works perfectly if the Instructions are followed which includes:

• Be Patient and allow the AquaKlean the time to thoroughly dissolve all the oily fuel residues before rinsing.
• Be Patient and allow the RustBlast to soak and disintegrate the rust in your tank before rinsing.
• Be Patient while waiting for the tank interior to dry completely as the tank can NEVER be too dry!
• Be Patient and allow the tank to cool to room temperature before applying the sealer.
• Be Patient when sloshing the sealer around to insure complete coverage.
• Be Patient when draining any & all excess sealer from the tank.
• Be Patient while waiting for the sealer to cure.

Click HERE for Tank Sealer Instructions.
Click HERE for Tank Sealer Knowledgebase - Search for Answers to your Questions.

Feedback on Gas Tank Sealer

“I own an independent Harley Davidson motorcycle repair shop. I have used KBS coatings for a long time and have found your products to be way above the rest.

At the present time I am working on a 1953 Indian Chief restoration. Someone previously used and inferior product to seal the tank. Needless to say it is peeling off inside. I have full confidence the KBS stripper will remove all the old sealer, so I can properly re-seal this tank with the 3 step process. Thus allowing this old Indian Chief to roar to life once again.

I wouldn't trust anything else but KBS for this valuable antique.”

See what others are saying about KBS Gas Tank Sealer here: http://www.kbs-coatings.com/customer-feedback.html

Check out the Knowledgebase on Tank Sealer here: https://helpdesk.kbs-coatings.com/index.php?_m=knowledgebase&_a=view&parentcategoryid=1&pcid=0&nav=0

INTERNATROLET on V8S10.org says..

“Just thought I'd share. I can't say enough good things about this stuff. If you need to paint a rusty frame or underbody or tank, this is what you want. I have used it several times with ZERO failures.

I have tried the POR stuff and it's good but not like this. The POR has a good high temp engine paint but for rust converter, KBS!”

Click here for the entire thread: http://www.v8s10.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=23975

You can read what others are saying about stopping rust with KBS Coatings: http://www.kbs-coatings.com/customer-feedback.html

JavaTree on Jeepforum.com talks about Frame Paint..

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"I wire wheeled the entire tub, used the three stage Chassis kit Chassis Paint Kit - KBS All-In-One Chassis Kit - KBS Coatings - prewash, metal prep, then applied paint with a brush/roller,..

I painted the chassis, tub (inside & out), fenders, hood, bumpers and windshield frame..

The main thing with this type of paint is to do ALL of the prep work, however painstaking it may be, and READ the instructions twice before starting. (That advice is for any of the rust preventive sealer paints.)"

Read his Entire Post about the KBS Frame Paint here: http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f8/rust-control-has-anyone-used-product-line-860181

Find out more about the All-In-One Chassis Coater Kit here: http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-All-In-One-Chassis-Kit_p_36.html

See MORE Testimonials here: http://www.kbs-coatings.com/customer-photos.html

mojeepers Talks About Tank Sealer on Small Engine Technical Forum

“Hi guy's, The best stuff i have used is kbs coatings , I have restored several cars and old hot rods with there products. the aqua clean also works on stuborn tecumseh carbs with the stuck needle. takes about 10 min. of soak time.”

Read the Entire Thread here: http://www.perr.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=2134

View other Feedback on KBS Coatings line of Stop Rust Paints, Diesel Tank Sealer, Fiberglass Tank Sealer, and Gas Tank Sealers here: http://www.kbs-coatings.com/customer-feedback.html

Ray W. says about RustSeal (Paint Over Rust)..

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"Yes I did have the chance to use your rust seal! And I have to admit it is a bit better than the other two leading sellers. It was a hot day and humid too, since I'm in texas, and it went on nice but didn't tack up for over an hour. But within two hours it was a really nice finish and really secured the little rust area's very nicely!

I will be ordering another gallon within the next month or so when I go to finish the floors on my camaro. I have attached a photo or two for you.

Great product! Best yet!"

Click HERE for more Customer Photos using KBS Coatings.

Bob M. from Bainbridge Island, Wa says about Tank Sealer..

“I bought a sail boat that had a leaking fiberglass fuel tank that was integral with the hull of the boat. Therefore it was impossible to remove it. It had been leaking for about 10 years and two previous owners had tried unsuccessfully to repair it from the outside.

I cleaned the tank as per your instructions and dumped the KBS coating material into the bottom of the tank and used a small paint roller to apply the material to the inside of the tank. I removed the excess material from the tank bottom before letting it set up for a week. I put 90 gallons of diesel fuel( that I had removed and stored in drums) back into the tank and am glad to say that there were NO leaks. Your material was easy to apply and repaired the tank exactly as you said it would.

Thank you very much.”

See what others are saying about KBS Coatings here: http://www.kbs-coatings.com/customer-feedback.html

Salvatore F. says about RustSeal..

I would just like to say that I am very pleased with your product. the Frame Coater Kit was complete even with gloves. Most importantly, your product did what it claimed it would do which ironically is hard to find nowadays. The product is professional grade but very user friendly.

I have since bought my first car and plan on using your other products to protect the body and frame from rust. As a satisfied customer I promise to recommend your product to others in the future.

See what others are saying about KBS Coatings here: http://www.kbs-coatings.com/customer-feedback.html

Fix-It Guide – Bubbling – Tank Sealer

BUBBLING
Small bubbles in or on the paint film.

CAUSE:

Liquid solvent (thinners/reducers) becomes "trapped" in the paint film when the surface layer skins over too quickly, preventing their evaporation into the atmosphere. Solvents that vaporize within the paint film leave bubbles, pinholes or craters as they push through and "pop" the surface. Solvents can be trapped due to:

1. Excessive film thickness from puddling in tank.
2. Too hot and/or too humid atmospheric conditions.
3. Too hot/warm tank conditions.
4. Moisture remaining in tank.

REPAIR:

1. Allow surface to completely cure and reevaluate.
2. Strip out and remove. Repeat AquaKlean, RustBlast, and Gold Standard Tank Sealer steps.

PREVENTION:

• Allow tank to reach room temperature before applying sealer.
• Do not attempt to apply sealer in direct sunlight, as tank surface and inside air will be too warm.
• Drain out excess sealer.
• Avoid allowing coating to puddle/pool inside tank.
• Avoid too hot/humid atmospheric conditions (ideal = 55°-82°F/13°-28°C)
• Do not allow tank to "cure or dry" in direct sunlight.
• Keep tank away from heat while curing.

Check out all of our Tank Sealer Fix-It Guides here: http://www.kbs-coatings.com/fix-it-guide-tank-sealer.html