Fuel tank refurbish 1969/70

[messiha]

I have a Porsche 1969/70 with a rusted fuel tank. I have a few options:
1- buy a new OEM Porsche (expensive)
2- buy an aftermarket $600 Canadian
3- buy used of a 1974 (not the same fit) $450 CAN
4- total refurbishment with lift time guarantee $425

So, please someone give me your opinion on which choice is best and why.

[Evans, Marv]

Truthfully, most if not all tanks that age look like that inside. So if your tank doesn't have pin holes and leaks, don't sweat it. The surface rust you see inside isn't a problem normally, but if you don't like it for some reason, there are rust treatment methods & kits you can get along with tank sealing kits you can buy.

[Trackrash]

+1
If it doesn't have rust holes that leak, you are probably OK. I treated mine with rust remover over 30 years ago and it is still leak free.

[messiha]

Great, thanks!!! I was kind of worried. My engine was not getting enough fuel see YouTube video:
https://youtu.be/Qr1Gmc3h_Bo
After I removed it, I found the filter tank/strainer was rusted off. I've ordered another one from Pelican, I should get it shortly.
I think I'll send it for recoating . They tell me that they clean it, spray it with a composite type material and then but it in the oven.

[Slowroller]

I picked this one up for my 73 from Sierra Madre in Pasadena for about 290.00

[messiha]

I did check at Sierra Madre, the price is $392 usd + 170$ (Deliver, tax duty) to get it into Canada. With the exchange and all, it will cost me $712.50 CAN.

[messiha]

Thanks, my best option is to keep the original tank since everyone feels it's not so bad (no holes) and get it properly refurbished. I will show you before and after pictures.

[messiha]

https://youtu.be/Qr1Gmc3h_Bo
The main issue was that my fuel strainer rusted off, which added to the car's symptoms.

[Sunroof]

The CIS fuel tanks (73.5 on to 1984) has a bakelite swirl pot, internal large filter and internal baffle to hold the sloshing of fuel to a minimum. Your pre-1973.5 tank does not have these internal components. The point I want to make is that, having the tank boiled at a local radiator shop is a good start to remove internal and external scale, BUT you need to be careful on which internal coating you wish to use. The POR products are excellent from feedback from those who have used it but stay away from REDKOTE! If you have any non-metallic components inside the tank, REDKOTE will not stay adhered to these and will flake off and clog a filter, leaving you stranded!

Since you are in Canada and shipping of these new fuel tanks makes refurbishment look like the route to go, research your coatings carefully. I encourage refurbishment.

Bob
73.5T

[messiha]

Originally Posted by Sunroof

The CIS fuel tanks (73.5 on to 1984) has a bakelite swirl pot, internal large filter and internal baffle to hold the sloshing of fuel to a minimum. Your pre-1973.5 tank does not have these internal components. The point I want to make is that, having the tank boiled at a local radiator shop is a good start to remove internal and external scale, BUT you need to be careful on which internal coating you wish to use. The POR products are excellent from feedback from those who have used it but stay away from REDKOTE! If you have any non-metallic components inside the tank, REDKOTE will not stay adhered to these and will flake off and clog a filter, leaving you stranded!

Since you are in Canada and shipping of these new fuel tanks makes refurbishment look like the route to go, research your coatings carefully. I encourage refurbishment.

Bob
73.5T

Thanks Bob,
The place I'm looking at is using RENU.
Here is there websit:
RENU - Radiateurs Bernard

[messiha]

Radiateurs Bernard in Montreal did a fantastic job restoring my fuel tank. The product used is baked on at 350 deg, I believe is called RENU. The outside is black and the inside is red. Here are some pictures.
THIS IS AS GOOD AS NEW !!!

[messiha]

Injoy:

[messiha]

Pictures don't justify the product and work done done ✅

[messiha]

Radiateurs Bernard

Fantastic restoration job on my 1969 Porsche 911 fuel tank.

[messiha]

I bought from Pelican a fuel strainer and a few small items which totalled just over $100. I just received a bill separately from FedEx for a reticular amount of 47$ add to the transport charged by Pelican.
This is total robbery!!!