Leaking Tank, Pin Hole / Rust

Discussion in 'Supersport (1974-2007)' started by gurth, Mar 11, 2025.

  1. Looks good, if you don’t want to Por15 this tank then just get some super unleaded in it
     
  2. I always see negative comments about POR 15. I'll add my thoughts. I've done 4 tanks with POR15, and my current one on my SS was done about 5 or 6 years ago. I've had no problems with rust. It was properly cleaned out and dried, which is key, as any moisture trapped will cause rust. The same company does a sealant which can be used to seal holes, although maybe not as big as yours.

    I personally like the tank sealer, gives a longevity to these tanks, as they are indeed getting rare and expensive. But that's just my opinion. Clearly not everyone has had positive experience with sealers
     
    #42 Desmoquattro, Mar 28, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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  3. I have also used it on several tanks and had no problems with it at all, the key is in the prep. It’s a great product.
    I think the reason the op has had a problem with their tank is the fact that someone repaired the hole with fibreglass before putting Por15 over it. It’s the fibreglass that has failed.
     
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  4. Yeah, unfortunately tank sealer is often used to cover up bodgery
     
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  5. each to their own, I totally understand people choosing this course, particularly if they don't weld.
     
  6. Weld/repair the area, clean throughly then seal.
    Jobs a good un.
    Glad you got it sorted.
     
  7. Gurth
    I think the first one is just a cover that has eyes on it so the second one can strap down to it.
    So you may need both.
    The descriptions are AI rubbish.
     
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