Process of Removing Rust From an All Terrain Vehicle's Gas Tank

Removing rust from an all terrain vehicle's gas take is a very easy repair. Although removing rust is a simple process, one should take safety precautions due to the potential fire hazard. Follow these simple steps to remove rust from an all terrain vehicle's gas take.

1. You will need muriatic acid, baking soda, isopropyl alcohol and water.

2. Park the ATV is a well ventilated area.

3. Drain the fuel from the gas tank. Locate the drain cork at the bottom of the fuel take. Unscrew the cork and drain the fuel. Be sure to catch the fuel that is released from the tank.

4. Wash away any fuel that has leaked onto the ground while draining the gas tank.

5. Disconnect the fuel lines.

6. Remove the metal straps that hold the gas tank in place.

7. Place the cork plug back on the tank. Clean your tank with hot soapy water. Let the tank sit a while the soap and water mixture.

8. Rinse the gas tank with water.

9. Next is the water/muriatic acid mixture. Use extreme caution. Have a fire extinguisher handy. The fumes from the muriatic acid are toxic. Wear a protective mask and make sure the area is well ventilated.

10. Place one part muriatic acid to one part water in the gas tank. Do not let the muriatic acid touch the outside of the gas tank.

11. Let the acid/water mixture sit for at least 30 minutes.

12. Using caution, drain the mixture out of the gas tank.

13. You must neutralize the tank. Mix 1/4 cup of baking soda and 2 gallons of clean water into the tank. Let it sit for 20 minutes. Repeat this process 6 times. Do not skip a process. All the acid must be neutralized.

14. Drain the tank and add the isopropyl alcohol. Fill to 70% capacity. Drain after 10 minutes. The alcohol will rid the tank of any water. Water can harm your car's engine.

15. Pour some gasoline into the tank. Let it settle for a bit and drain completely.

16. Place the tank back into position, and fasten the belts.

17. Reattach the fuel lines.

18. Check to make sure everything is secure. Fill your gas tank.