REMOVE RUST FROM RT180 FUEL TANK! (And How NOT To!!)

Restoring the Fuel Tank on a 1991 Yamaha RT180 Dirt Bike (Part 1) | Kreem Tank Lining Kit Issues.
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In this video, we dive into part one of our two-part series on restoring the badly rusted fuel tank of a 1991 Yamaha RT180 dirt bike. Previously cleaned with muriatic (hydrochloric) acid, the tank was left empty for a year, causing it to rust again. To prevent this, we decided to line the inside of the tank using the Kreem® Tank Lining Kit, which includes phosphoric acid.

Join us as we encounter various challenges with the Kreem® Tank Lining Kit, from removing rust and rinsing the tank to dealing with persistent pinholes. Despite our efforts with the Kreem® Kit, and even resorting to trying basic vinegar, we had to revert to good old muriatic acid for the final cleanup.

Here's a step-by-step look at our restoration process:
• Cleaning the tank with muriatic acid and baking soda.
• Attempting to use the Kreem Tank Lining Kit's three-part system: phosphoric acid, tank prep conditioner (Acetone), and Kreem® tank liner.
• Dealing with unexpected issues, including new pinholes and rust reformation.
• Switching back to muriatic acid for a thorough clean.
• Preparing the tank for a fifth session of soldering pinholes.
Watch as we tackle each obstacle and prepare the fuel tank for its final phase of restoration…the tank lining procedure!
Stay tuned for the second part of this series, where we finish the tank restoration and move forward with getting this classic dirt bike back on the trail!

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