The power of "The Works" vs rust

[rosbornejr]

Ya, just a tank liner. This is the 1st time I've heard of Red Kote. Sounds like good stuff.

[CodyRosa]

I heard someone say they didn't like it before.. maybe Kbonly? I don't even remember lol.

[quicksr20]

Thats amazing how well it works. Ive tried things like POR 15 but this is a whole new beast! On my way to Wal
Mart.

[Big G]

So Cody and Kb0nly, how long are you guys letting this stuff sit in the tank for? From what you're saying (pinholes, etc), sounds like it can do some serious damage if left in too long.

Also, Kb0nly, you mentioned about spraying WD40 in the tank after. Just wondering what the purpose of this is? Will the WD40 gum up the carb when the residue washes through with a tank of fuel?

[rosbornejr]

Will the works take out old creem????

Kreem's web site says to use Acetone or Methyl Ethyl Keytone. That is the same chem. as the part "B" step. According to everyone else, muriatic acid will work, but be careful.

[rosbornejr]

I heard someone say they didn't like it before.. maybe Kbonly? I don't even remember lol.

After using Kreem, I have seen some reviews on it about it peeling later down the road. If it happens to me, I will try the Red Kote or nothing. My 85 SX is 28 years old and this is the 1st time the tank has had to be treated. I doubt I will even be able to find an air filter in another 28 years.

[CodyRosa]

I think when mine made pinholes ( remember I sanded my tank right after with 40 grit paper so that could be why) about 40 minutes later. Now I let it sit for like 10, 15min. I think i've learned my lesson lol.

[70shaker6pk]

Wow, i cant wait to try this stuff. thanks

[CodyRosa]

No problem 70shaker! If you do parts like the gas tank and all of that make sure to run just a little bit of gas through it to stop the Works from doing its job. Plus it should stop it from rusting. My gas cap got a little bit of rust on the bottom due to holding water. Well water at that lol. So run gas through these things to get water out (if you even use water) and any left over Works and it should never rust.

[rosbornejr]

I've never tried these methods, but like explained, the main chemical in The Works is muriatic acid. You can get acid at any pool store or hardware store. In my opinion, I would cut it 50 / 50. Acid is cheap and if 50 / 50 doesn't work try it a lil stronger. Also, someone else mentioned using baking soda to neutralize the ph from the acid. THIS IS A GREAT IDEA!!!! Fill you tank w/ water and a cup or so of baking soda. It will neutralize the tank.
I'm in the swimming pool business and have to use baking soda every day for this reason.

[elevatorman]

Thanks Cody,good info. i will try it out.......

[CodyRosa]

No problem Elevatorman! Please post pics with results! Good luck

[250sxman]

So Cody and Kb0nly, how long are you guys letting this stuff sit in the tank for? From what you're saying (pinholes, etc), sounds like it can do some serious damage if left in too long.

Also, Kb0nly, you mentioned about spraying WD40 in the tank after. Just wondering what the purpose of this is? Will the WD40 gum up the carb when the residue washes through with a tank of fuel?

I believe it's to stop it from flash rusting. This will happen if you use the chemicals(acids) and don't neutralize them right after you drain the acids.

[Big G]

Well, I just got back from Walmart, and there's nothing on the shelf that looks like, or says "the Works" (thanks for posting the pic Cody, that made it a lot easier to know what I'm looking for). I'm in Canada, so can only assume it's only available in the States. Oh well, looks like I'm back to using vinegar again...

[CodyRosa]

I believe you that you didn't find it.. wanna know why? lol I go to google and first thing that popped up was something like "Where to buy the works in canada" haha. I'm looking for you right now where you should be able to find it. Not finding anything so far lol