Rusty Gas Tank

I’m still on an indefinite leave from my work to take care of my husband. However, if you have are in an environment like mine, you will most likely feel bored and crave for the activities that you’re used to.

So, I tried to wipe self-pity out of my system. I told myself, today I’m gonna relive my 2^nd on the list passion – which is of course BIKE!

Just this afternoon, Ryan came. I told him that Mike’s old bike is already developing rust inside the gas tank. He told me that oxidation caused it since it was not kept full of fuel these past few months.

Here are also some pieces of advice he had given me (I just wanna share this to those newbies out there):

1. To prevent rust, tank must be filled with gas to the maximum level in order to displace air.
2. If ever the bike will not be used for more than 6 weeks, fuel stabilizer must be placed into the tank before filling it with gas up to the rim.
3. If it will be more than 3 months, you must drain ½ cup of fuel from the bottom of the tank and fill it with gas. Nevertheless, replace gas every 3 months.
4. If it is for more than 11 months, tank must be drained completely and air dried. After that place silicate packets inside and seal tank.

He will tell me the methods on how to eliminate rust the next time he visit us. Now, I’ll spend my free time in knowing the ins and outs in motorcycle parts and apparel. I’m looking forward to ride again. I hope Mike can already walk alone and eventually get better to ride with me in the future.