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BillD
07-17-2020, 03:10 PM
I have a 66 Chevelle original gas tank that I am trying to clean off what looks to be a combination of undercoating and possibly paint. Any ideas as to the best way to get this crud off? I really prefer to try to save the original tank rather than buying a reproduction. I have heard diesel fuel works? Thank you for any suggestions.

napa68
07-17-2020, 03:42 PM
Diesel fuel works well, graffiti remover is good as well. I used Go Jo hand cleaner along with a steam cleaner to get mine where I wanted it.

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67since67
07-17-2020, 04:51 PM
Wow, that tank is phenomenal!
I have used diesel fuel as well.

Bill W

BillD
07-17-2020, 06:33 PM
Thanks for the help. If my tank comes out half as good I will be quite happy!

jl8z28
07-18-2020, 12:59 AM
Mineral spirits

Mr.Nickey Nova
07-18-2020, 04:50 PM
I have used Mineral Spirits also, works good.