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Wow that fuel is extremely resiliant to removal! Is the "waving the torch past" a "good" method to clear it? Good stuff about the FG and fuel. That is definitely what I'm going to use to fix this can, and probably many more fuel tanks/containers in the future. That tank lining is something...

True about the brazing vs soldering....I dont have the ability to braze because I do not own an oxy torch. I'll do some more experimenting with the solder and flux. I have some pending projects (on my spring break I'm installing my new enigine into my Corvette). I have already soldered on the...

Is avgas more "potent" than normal gas or diesel when it comes to tank degredation?

Oh dont worry I am well aware of that....but you are definitely right! The can was literally so dry it was like a desert on the inside, hadnt held fuel for probably a decade. There was no vapor at all, and plus I....tested it.....with the torch before I soldered it. Probably not the most safe...

I am not at home, but it was just the silver solder that was like the same brand as the solder itselt next to it. Where do you get the handi flux? I have wire brushes. I do not have an oxy torch, only a propane torch. That may be my issue. Will

Thanks a lot! Figuring stuff out and problem solving is my favorite thing to do, especially with mechanical / mechanical type things. I am in school so this project might not happen anytime soon, but when it does I'll be sure to report back with the results. Will

Thanks for the information on fiberglass and tanks. Very interesting... I havent thought about brazing in a patch panel, maybe I'll give that a shot. This can is going to be my experiment in fixing a metal tank! Those NOS tanks are real nice, maybe in the future that will be a purchase...

Hmm interesting.....It will be used only for diesel, so it shouldnt be a problem. I tried using a propane torch and silver solder and it just beaded off....I was brought to my attention that it might be chemical contamination. Maybe I'll give it a shot. Regardless there are holes too big to braze.

Haha Yep I forgot about that.....But I see the point of the like delamination possibility. The rust is weird - The internal coating that came on the tank is still there except for like 4 various holes and a few pinholes. I think your method will do the trick. Oh fiberglass....we meet again...

Thanks for all of the advice and information! So welding shop - Too expensive and not worth it. USMC - Got it! I could fiberglass is - I have done much glassing on the 'vette.....but is fiberglass fuel resistant for long term? The toolbox is cool - My friend actually has one, it would make a...

Hello. I recently got a military jerry can for free. It is a USMC model made in 5/94 (the year and month I was born). It has many leaks and holes in the bottom, the largest being about 3/8 inch long. I would like to repair this can if possible. The holes are too big to use a liquid sealer, and...