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    How do you clean out a gas tank for an old truck

    I have an old 49 chev truck and took the gas tank off  because it had so much crap in it but i want to make sure it clean before i put it back on !

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    Instructions
    1
    Consult your vehicle's manual to understand how each part connects to the tank and how the gas tank should be removed.


    2
    Make sure there is little to no gas in the car. Drive your car to burn any remaining gas, if necessary.


    3
    Remove the tank, based on the instructions in the car's manual. Make sure that your tank is empty.


    4
    Fill the tank with fuel tank cleaner, following the instructions on the bottle. In some cases, you will need to dilute the cleaner with 1 or 2 gallons of water. Different cars also take different amounts, so refer to the bottle's instructions for guidance.


    5
    Let the cleaner sit for several hours to allow the solution to work on and loosen grime, rust and other deposits attached to the walls of the gas tank.


    6
    Clean the tank out with water from a garden hose. Clean the outside of the tank as well.


    7
    Repeat the first few steps until nothing comes out of the tank. Rinse the tank a few extra times to be sure that it’s completely clean.


    8
    Allow the tank to dry for 24 to 48 hours; be sure your tank is completely dry before reinstalling it. The tank must be completely empty and dry before it is put back on the car.


    Read more: How to Clean a Car Gas Tank | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_4494363_clean-car-gas-tank.html#ixzz24UI4mt3W



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