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Rust pinholes on 86 oil tank
After removing all paint from my oil tank I revealed two small areas (just a couple of centimeters each) of pinholes (some 15 in total). I'm a bit concerned about sanding too much metal away but at the same time I don't like the idea of covering it up either. Would mediablasting be the only re-assuring option ? Tx for your insight.
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01-24-2009, 07:15 AM
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Sorry I don't have an answer, but I am interested - care to show a pic or indicate their location?
Are they on the engine compartment side or elsewhere? (Mine always seems to be coated with a fine layer, thus preventing oxidation). Thanks.
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01-24-2009, 07:25 AM
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i think someone on the classifieds was selling a tank for a good price. do a quick search to see.
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01-24-2009, 11:45 AM
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you might be able to braze the pin holes up, but with all the 911 s over the years I would be incline just to get another oil tank and be done. My .02 worth of thoughts. Jim
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01-24-2009, 04:03 PM
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My concern would be how did the moisture develop in the oil to allow the rust to develop into pin-holes.
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1974 Porsche 911 targa 2.7
