C3 Gas tank and straps painting

[Joe M.]

C3 Gas Tank Painting


Thanks in advance,

[Jack H.]

Re: C3 Gas tank and straps painting

Of course the paint won't 'pass' judging inspection... The surface characteristics of paint vs. galvanization are very obvious. Expect to loose 20% on originality for violating the Finish portion of the 5-axis universe that governs originality points during judging (Finish, Date, Installation, Configuration and Completeness).

[Alan S.]

Re: C3 Gas tank and straps painting

Hi Joe,
Jack is right about the plating/paint issue.
The Eastwood paint (Tank Tone) gives a nice look, but's quite different than the original finish.
Also, the paint obscures the darkened weld seam that's seen on original tanks.
Here's my painted tank.
Regards,
Alan

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[Patrick H.]

Re: C3 Gas tank and straps painting

Expect to loose 20%

Lose 20%
You won't have to tighten anything an extra 20%.

[Rich W.]

Re: C3 Gas tank and straps painting

Alan that is beautiful!! I hope to be there some day..I just got the surface rusted stock one!!

[Alan S.]

Re: C3 Gas tank and straps painting

Hi Rich,
I started with one of those too! Even with a pretty ughly tank you can often see some of the original plating which survived under the straps in some places.
I was also lucky to be able to re-use the hoses, clamps, and the seperator.
Some old stuff cleans up pretty nice.
Regards,
Alan