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Offline heliwilly

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Tank sealer
« on: November 14, 2018, 07:13:03 AM »
Hi All,
Just wondering how easy/hard it is to remove old tank sealer. The one I bought hasn't been cleaned out properly and the sealant has peeled and the metal has rusted underneath. What would the cost be to get it removed? Is it a DIY proposition?  I have the option to return the tank to the seller?
Any advice appreciated. Bill W.

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Re: Tank sealer
« Reply #1 on: November 14, 2018, 07:42:30 AM »
Save yourself a big headache and return the tank to the seller  ;)

Offline Seabeowner

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Re: Tank sealer
« Reply #2 on: November 14, 2018, 10:02:22 AM »
It is a pretty difficult and possibly hazardous to remove liners as the chemicals involved can be volatile and toxic. Depends on what the liner is. If it's Kreem, I think acetone will dissolve it (along with any paint). Many tanks from the States were lined unnecessarily, because of fear of corrosion was whipped up.
If you also want a professional paint finish, you could send it to Menno as I think the brew they dip it in out there will dissolve it.
Phil
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Re: Tank sealer
« Reply #3 on: November 14, 2018, 01:28:37 PM »
I would return it and look for another. :)

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Re: Tank sealer
« Reply #4 on: November 14, 2018, 02:17:12 PM »
Thanks for the information.
I will contact the seller and ask for a full refund.
Thanks Bill W.

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Re: Tank sealer
« Reply #5 on: November 14, 2018, 09:07:01 PM »
If you bought it via ebay and it was not as described, then request a postage label from the seller  ;)

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Re: Tank sealer
« Reply #6 on: November 15, 2018, 05:55:20 PM »
Like Trigger says.....Return it to the Seller quoting 'Item is NOT as described'.

The Seller should then agree to accept the return, issue you with a Returns Label....and issue a refund.

I have just done a Return last week as the parts were described as fitting a T120 but when I received them it was obvious that they were not 'as described'.

Good luck.......just follow the E Bay procedure and you'll be OK.
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