Fuel tank

[Jilldub]

Replaced my fuel feed and return hoses from Brickwerks today and found a leak from the fuel tank.
 Can anyone recommend a supplier for good quality tank?
Brickwerks recommend repainting or under sealing theirs,
JK have do not indicate if theirs need painting before fitment .
Heritage sell Forst tanks which I’m not sure about.
Any suggestions would be gratefully received.

[multisi]

Most likely all new tanks are made by the same manufacturer, they do need to be painted and protected from corrosion.

[Jilldub]

Thanks Multisi.
In days gone by they were generally painted but then again I am an old codger!

[Jilldub]

Can anyone recommend a good paint suitable for the fuel tank?
 

[T25boy71]

Frost do all you need
I’d definitely treat the inside as well, ethanol in fuel will rust the tank out from the inside

[Robsey]

As in Frost Auto Restorations in Rochdale...

Otherwise, for exterior treatment there are lots to chose from.
Rustoleum, Hammerite. All the usual suspects.

And for a slightly rubbery chip resistant coating, something like Upol Raptor.
Used for things like truck bed lining paint.

[Jilldub]

Frost do all you need
I’d definitely treat the inside as well, ethanol in fuel will rust the tank out from the inside

I will check Frost out, how do I treat the inside as well? Is it a case of getting the tank dipped? If so can you recommend someone?
Thank you.

[Jilldub]

Robsey.
Thank you for your input.
 I will check out frost and also the other companies you have suggested.

[pbar]

I will check Frost out, how do I treat the inside as well?

Frost are a very good company. I wouldn't tamper with the inside of the new tank, not necessary and could invite issues. Hammerite is as good as anything else for the outside, several coats of satin black will look great and protect it very well, and easy to keep on top of should you get any scratches in the future.

Just curious to know, did you somehow cause the leak as you changed the hoses? Or just randomly found it? Very often we cause our own issues by 'fixing' something!

[Jilldub]

I will check Frost out, how do I treat the inside as well?

Frost are a very good company. I wouldn't tamper with the inside of the new tank, not necessary and could invite issues. Hammerite is as good as anything else for the outside, several coats of satin black will look great and protect it very well, and easy to keep on top of should you get any scratches in the future.

Just curious to know, did you somehow cause the leak as you changed the hoses? Or just randomly found it? Very often we cause our own issues by 'fixing' something!

50/50 I’d say, before removing the fuel feed hose from the tank I noticed the outlet tube was rusty. Despite being very careful removing the hose I still ended up with pinhole type perforation and and a small amount of fuel seepage. The top of the tank also looks damp so I’ve decided it’s time to replace it.
 

[pbar]

Fair enough, I've lost count of the things I've 'messed' with only to find something broken right there and then! Just paint the outside, put it on and it will last for decades. Don't worry about ethanol, there is a lot of scaremongering with that, virtually every petrol car in the country is using it but all the fuel tanks are not falling to bits are they.

[bigherb]

Tanks all come from the same manufacturer in Taiwan. Don't do anything with the inside of the tank, sustained contact with ethanol strips most paints, gel coats etc.

[Jilldub]

Tanks all come from the same manufacturer in Taiwan. Don't do anything with the inside of the tank, sustained contact with ethanol strips most paints, gel coats etc.

Thanks bigherb.
Your advice has been taken onboard.

[pbar]

strips most paints, gel coats etc.

Petrol itself can be an excellent stripping agent. Ever cleaned a paint brush with it? It's superb even when white spirit fails with stubborn thick paint or underseal. Just look at how many cars you see with peeling paint around the fuel filler cap where the owner has often dribbled (oo'er missus)