Another question on my quest to get my ’65 Coupe stripped for paint.
The rear bumper and lights have all been removed. I want to paint the exterior of the car and the interior of the trunk (black). To facilitate this I want to remove the gas filler neck.
I’ve thought of either:
1. Leaving the gas tank in place but removing the neck and turning it so that it is inside the trunk. I may have to cut the hose to achieve this. Then use the neck and cap to seal the tank (temporarily) , but this will be inside the trunk, allowing the painter to paint both the inside and outside of the car.
2. Alternatively remove the gas tank all together.
Would removing the gas tank help the painter, prep and paint the trunk?
Also if I remove the tank, after draining the gas out, would it make sense to flush the tank out with a mild detergent and water mixture to allow me to store it safely in my garage?
Comments please.
The rear bumper and lights have all been removed. I want to paint the exterior of the car and the interior of the trunk (black). To facilitate this I want to remove the gas filler neck.
I’ve thought of either:
1. Leaving the gas tank in place but removing the neck and turning it so that it is inside the trunk. I may have to cut the hose to achieve this. Then use the neck and cap to seal the tank (temporarily) , but this will be inside the trunk, allowing the painter to paint both the inside and outside of the car.
2. Alternatively remove the gas tank all together.
Would removing the gas tank help the painter, prep and paint the trunk?
Also if I remove the tank, after draining the gas out, would it make sense to flush the tank out with a mild detergent and water mixture to allow me to store it safely in my garage?
Comments please.