[oopyshep]

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hi all, ok. ready to start getting 83 interstate project started. been 9yrs since running.noticed fuel cap very rusty and intake nasty nasty. has 44,000m on her and wondering if there is any product or trick to clean fuel tank and run through motor or do a tank removal and clean rust out.will be the first step in rebuild.

thanx,oop

 

[plainmech]

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there is a post on cleaning tanks either do a search or try alpha. index. advise timing belt change before running, also cleaning electrical connections, stator plug removal solder and heat shrink. all fluids changed. good luck and welcome to this forum.:action::waving:

 

[dirt devil]

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might as well pull the tank and clean it out or you will have nothing but problems. When you put it back on I would change all the fuel lines and filter. Then I would load it up on sea foam and hope it takes care of the carbs.



Good luck

 

[rb7632]

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Really good advise so far. Timing belts, tank rust and AOK on the Seafoam.

After sitting that long brakes and tires can also be a major concern. Tires will dry rot and get small cracks in them. The tread may look fine but the structural integrity of the tire can be suspect.

Getting it running is great but if you can't stop it, you have major problems. Take it very easy and be sure the brakes (front and rear) are functioning before trying to ride it.

Good Luck and Ride Safe
Ray

 

[oopyshep]

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thanx for the info, bikers. tank will be pulled and done correctly. all the steps will be taken to get her running. the calipers have been off for a year now and hoses hanging.one of those things where the time last year didnt work out.

thanx again , oop