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    Oil tank coating for protection ?

    Hi All,
    I will be installing an NOS oil tank in my 914-6 soon. I'm seeking advice as to what if anything is recommended to apply to the exterior to protect the tank from road ravages and corrosion. Any advice much appreciated
    Thanks
    Mark
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    i plan on powder coating mine. nothing tougher.
    bob moglia
    '72 E sunroof coupe

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    If you powder coat...just make sure you seal all openings any way you can to make sure no sand can get in. Also I'm not sure if the heat that they bake it will melt the solder holding the screen. Just some thoughts.

    John
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    good points john.
    my powder coater has an assortment of silicon plugs for the holes.
    and i plan on cleaning the heck out of it when done.
    maybe i'll even ask if he'll forego the sand blasting prep.
    i've read of others doing it safely.
    bob moglia
    '72 E sunroof coupe

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