Discussion of TABC-related matters
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Ray White
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by Ray White » Mon Dec 13, 2021 11:06 am
Duncan M wrote: ↑Mon Dec 13, 2021 10:25 am
Ray, I did not say anything about stainless, but I imagine a stainless tank lined with the epoxy coating would make the tank protected from chemicals that react with stainless. For an old used steel petrol tank from a T Type, the preparation they (Tapox) require would not be possible, except for a new steel tank. The other reason to line a SS tank would be if the SS used to make the tank was of an inferior SS grade.
So Sorry Duncan. My mistake. I mis read your post.
I calculated that there was little difference between a new steel tank treated with sealant and a new stainless steel tank that I thought would be fit and forget. Ironically, I am glad I mistakenly asked you about treating a stainless tank because you have given me food for thought. I wonder how Stainless steel behaves when in contact with E15 for any length of time. I expect it is mentioned in Paul Ireland's book.
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Duncan M
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by Duncan M » Mon Dec 13, 2021 12:57 pm
Ray, I do recall a few years back there was a lot of discussion on a certain source of SS t-type tanks with bad weld areas. SS can be tricky to properly weld, unless the fabricators specialize in only SS. Easily contaminated, etc. I did not follow that conversation very closely, and do not recall who had the bad SS tanks.
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Ray White
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by Ray White » Mon Dec 13, 2021 1:48 pm
Duncan M wrote: ↑Mon Dec 13, 2021 12:57 pm
Ray, I do recall a few years back there was a lot of discussion on a certain source of SS t-type tanks with bad weld areas. SS can be tricky to properly weld, unless the fabricators specialize in only SS. Easily contaminated, etc. I did not follow that conversation very closely, and do not recall who had the bad SS tanks.
Goodness!! You are a mine of information, Duncan.!
I will be sure to ask the suppliers if the SS tanks have a proven track record.
I won't pretend that splashing out on a new tank is not a difficult financial choice but from the look of it my tank may be unsafe. An old one will be rusty unless it comes from a warm climate and the shipping and import duties are crippling. At least if I have a problem with a new tank I can send it back.!
