leb Posted November 21, 2008 Share Posted November 21, 2008 Hey "hands on guys", Anyone have a good method o breaking loose the "fuel tank filler sleeve nut. I have soaked it pent. oil for weeks. This 1936-1939 LZ, looks similar to '37 Ford. It has a fine thread and a ring of holes for a spanner wrench; similer to chuck wrench for a Bridge- port lathe. It's my spare tank , and restoring it this winter. All other hard ware is off. It's a good tank; just needs cleaning , coating,and painting. Larry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_Phil Knapp Posted November 21, 2008 Share Posted November 21, 2008 Try KROIL. Better than any penetrating oil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_V12Bill Posted November 21, 2008 Share Posted November 21, 2008 How about warming up with a high wattage hairdryer? I find heat helps a lot of rusty threads give up. DO NOT use an open flame!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leb Posted November 22, 2008 Author Share Posted November 22, 2008 Thanks Guys, Thanks for the help on my gas tank problem. I have used "Kroil" in the past, but have run out. Isn't this product only available thru mail order? The hair dryer is a good idea, I have a hot air gun I use for heat shrink tubing; i'll try that. Yes !!! never use open flame ! Even if the fumes are gone, all of the joints are soldered and the tank is "tern"(sic) coated. No use getting into more trouble. Larry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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