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Offline Infest1382

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Caswell tank sealer advice
« on: April 24, 2022, 10:01:53 AM »
Hello,

So I used caswell epoxy tank sealer on my k2 tank, and after looking in my tank I seem to have some spots that are very thinly coated with the sealer but most is a very thick coat. From those of you who have experience with this product, could this be an issue? Thanks!
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Re: Caswell tank sealer advice
« Reply #1 on: April 24, 2022, 11:01:11 AM »
 I thinned mine according to the instructions. It seemed very thick and difficult to spread. As long as the coating is continuous it should be OK. I don't think there is a lot you can do about it now anyway.
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Re: Caswell tank sealer advice
« Reply #2 on: April 25, 2022, 08:50:49 AM »
It should be fine as long as you did not create any impediment of flow to the petcock. 
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Re: Caswell tank sealer advice
« Reply #3 on: April 26, 2022, 07:27:58 AM »
I have used Caswell numerous times in the past.  The thick spots do not hurt anything, it will happen when you first use the product.  After a couple of uses, you become more familiar with how the product spreads or if you need to thin it due to temperature.  In my humble opinion it is by far the most durable product out there, I will not use anything else and I have tried most of them on the market......
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Re: Caswell tank sealer advice
« Reply #4 on: April 26, 2022, 09:45:42 AM »
Quote from: SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan on April 25, 2022, 08:50:49 AM
It should be fine as long as you did not create any impediment of flow to the petcock.

Totally agree, you are fine.
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