Electrolyses?

[MBS]

Can anyone explain how it works and how to set it up like some have done on this site? I have a tank with a bit of rust inside that I would like to try it with.  Also what is the best method for removing paint down to the bare metal with out scuffing the tank? I would like to polish it. Thanks!

[sxecafe]

Hey Man...Try Beli... He had a super sick electro set up.

[Mossy21]

See this thread on tank stripping.........  http://dotheton.com/index.php?topic=4709.msg38417#msg38417

[JRK5892]

to strip the paint... use aircraft stripped... you will still have to sand the tank to buff it... 600grit, 800 grit, 1200 grit (wet), 2000 Grit (wet), then metal polish!

[xdk_elfe]

Here's a direct link to a process I discovered on this forum. I started using it several days ago with good results. It's slow but works very well.

http://twinoak.altelco.net/~jacil/clay/motorcycle/KElecSetup.html

Also, I have had excellent success removing rust from chrome pieces with Oxalic acid. A company called DAP (wood glue/stripper/putty company) makes it. It's called "Wood Bleach" and is granular in a small plastic tub for about $6 at the hardware store. I mix a couple tablespoons/quart of water, let the parts soak for 4-6 hours and wipe the rust off. I would not recommend using it on anything other than chrome plated pieces, as the stuff is very caustic.

Hope that helps.

[msimm43]

There is a good "how to" article in this process in the back of the Fall 2008 issue of Motorcyclist Retro (page 97).