<VV> New gas tank w/ Red-Kote

[Stephen Upham]

	Well, the consensus is that  1) It would have been much better not to 
assume that I didn't have to use the MEK because it was a new tank as 
there might have been machine oil residue (I felt none on the outside 
although who knows if there was any on the inside)   2) there probably 
won't be any problems with the fuel line associated with applying the 
Red-Kote in the manner that I did and  3) it would probably be a good 
idea to install an in-line filter just for insurance.
	OK.  Where should I put the filter (I have an electric pump mounted on 
the chassis near the top of the left rear wheel and all steel lines) 
that would be relatively easy to get to and what type of filter could I 
use that would be easily obtainable?

	I kept wondering how I misinterpreted the instructions so badly.  Now 
I know:

	"6. Make sure that the tank is completely dry before continuing.  Most 
failures are a result of inadequate drying.  Drying may take 24 hours 
or more.  The use of an air blower will reduce the drying time to about 
an hour.  The fastest method is to drain the tank for 5 minutes and 
then pour one pint of MEK into the tank. Slosh thoroughly and pour out 
.   Repeat with a second pint of MEK, drain for a few minutes and you 
are ready to use Red-Kote immediately."

	Since I had a new tank that had never been "wet" with gas, I just 
assumed that this step wouldn't be necessary.

	Just when I thought I was taking my car to the ultimate level . . .

Stephen Upham
Dallas, Texas

Mid prod. #18732 -1965 Monza sedan 110, Sierra Tan - Saddle, PG, A/C, 
original AM/FM, clock, tint, oil bath air filter, w/ 77K
(soon to be out of group red for the first time in twelve years)

Corvairium II
_____________