Flushing aluminum tank containing old diesel?

Discussion in 'Propulsion' started by Robert Miller, Jan 9, 2005.

  1. Robert Miller
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    Robert Miller Junior Member

    I have a small aluminum tank (3.5 gallons) that has been untouched, and half full of diesel fuel for almost 5 years.

    With what solvent (if any) would you flush this tank?

    I imagine that various sediment materials now lie at the bottom of the
    tank, and I am obviously very hesitant to run the fuel itself through
    the engine.

    There is no inspection port on this tank.

    Thoughts?

    Thanks.

    Robert
     
    Robert Miller, Jan 9, 2005
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  2. Richard Petersen

    Richard Petersen Guest

    Sleep great after your next cruise. Buy a new tank.
     
    Richard Petersen, Jan 9, 2005
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  3. Dutch Peter
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    Dutch Peter Senior Member

    Give it a good shake, transfer the diesel to a jerrycan and filter it meanwhile. Flush with a little petrol and you can put the diesel back.
     
    Dutch Peter, Jan 10, 2005
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