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[mk=john]

Hi
I would like to paint my fuel tank before it goes back into my 1960 Mini. it is part of the restoration. What is the best type of paint for this, considering in the boot it might be knocked by items which are being transported?

I have heard some people use powder coating, but I am affraid if I get the tank shot blasted, the large flat side which is visible may be damaged in the blasting process.

Any thoughts?

Thanks
John

[danie garry]

What is the best type of paint for this?

i think black paint!!

powder coating would give the best look but if it chips its not easy to touch up
i did the tank in my car with a rattle can and a bit of laquer and it looks ok but as u'rs is in the mk 1 u might want a better result

[Ryan Hunt]

I just brushed on black Hammerite Smooth, looks good too, not that I will see it as I have a boot liner kit.

[tony13]

same i priemeid mine first then rubbed that down so it was all smooth again and then i sprayed on paint and clear lacquer. came out alright

[leaky]

I want to paint mine the same colour as the car. I was just got sand it all back primer it and paint it. As long as you dont have loads in your boon and dont go hacking round corners I dont think it should get too knocked.

[midridge2]

chassis black paint.

[langers]

I've got a mk1 also, and when I get to it I will be spraying the tank with the same paint as I am using on the suspension components, which is Hammerite satin finish black, in a spray can.
If you build up the layers (I've been putting 4 coats on everything) then you should get a good finish on it.
Cheers,
Nick

[mk=john]

I've got a mk1 also, and when I get to it I will be spraying the tank with the same paint as I am using on the suspension components, which is Hammerite satin finish black, in a spray can.
If you build up the layers (I've been putting 4 coats on everything) then you should get a good finish on it.
Cheers,
Nick

Hi, I got this powder coated last week, and fitted it this weekend...piccies attached

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[danie garry]

looks good