I don't know, the old adage of, "if it ain't broke don't fix it" might apply. If you do find yourself with a tiny, tiny pin hole in a weld that's leaking there are other methods of fixing it other than a tank sealer. If the tank is leaking, say on a interior weld tank sealer could be the only fix. A perfectly good aluminum tank that has no leaks really does not need sealing. A older steel tank with weak seams or has a rusty surface that you feel needs it, okay. I realize Tony did this tank as a "show how to do it" process and he says in the video to do it before assembly on a bare frame. Its just easier that way.
Another thing Tony mentioned about the sprocket/rotor disc combo, try to stay away from it if you can. The main problem is that it is impossible to keep chain lubrication off of brake rotor disc. Once it is contaminated it renders the pads useless. You then have a very diminished brake that will be less than desirable. This is a fact. Try to keep the rotor and sprocket on opposite sides, it just works better.
Good insight. I’m interested in seeing how the brake is effected on this bike. Now that I think of it I have a new can of chain lube (champion brand I think) that coats it differently than oil. Maybe that will prevent brake failure as you suggest. We’ll see 😊
Just use grease and wax remover to get off that gas tank sealer. It’s not enough to damage the clear coat over that frame. It’s kinda not cheap tho. You have to buy it buy the can but once you have it it’s gonna last a long time. Build looks good so far and I can’t wait until you get some real power on that frame. Style points are great on this build👍
Just started my board track build today. Waiting on my 4 stroke kit from you guys lol. It’s supposed to be here wed. I’m using an early 50’s Columbia frame. Will the wide crank kit fit that?
yeah for the price of them frames you would think they would hold gas lol . if they was cheaper i would understand but the quality of the way there made leaves a person thinking why .
@@tonytaylor5087 ok gotcha . well you did a good job dont get me wrong buddy . just would make me mad as a consumer to have to do this to a tank when your paying more for a frame then most people spend on there whole bike . you know what i mean .
@@stelthcamo357 personally if it were me i would flush it out let it dry then line it . i dont know if the fuel will make a difference or not but you would think it would seeing how it has oil in it .
I had two frames like this for builds my son and I did together and BOTH of them ended up having pinhole leaks at the seatpost weld. One of bikes was external so gas dripped out and down seat post. One ended up internal and dropped down on inside of seat post and eventually out the crankset. It was a real PIA to drain, clean, clean again, and seal the fully built bikes. For the $$$, I couldn’t believe they had those flaws. Take Tony’s advice and always seal a new frame no matter what. You will save yourself so much time and aggravation.
Not from america, however, from the videos ive seen, hes not properly identified himself as a trooper by showing his badge until nearly the end of the video when he asks someone to fetch his badge. Then proceeds to detain them for trespass even though they willing say they will leave. Im sure some 4th ammendment issues there.
I don't know, the old adage of, "if it ain't broke don't fix it" might apply. If you do find yourself with a tiny, tiny pin hole in a weld that's leaking there are other methods of fixing it other than a tank sealer. If the tank is leaking, say on a interior weld tank sealer could be the only fix. A perfectly good aluminum tank that has no leaks really does not need sealing. A older steel tank with weak seams or has a rusty surface that you feel needs it, okay. I realize Tony did this tank as a "show how to do it" process and he says in the video to do it before assembly on a bare frame. Its just easier that way.
Another thing Tony mentioned about the sprocket/rotor disc combo, try to stay away from it if you can. The main problem is that it is impossible to keep chain lubrication off of brake rotor disc. Once it is contaminated it renders the pads useless. You then have a very diminished brake that will be less than desirable. This is a fact. Try to keep the rotor and sprocket on opposite sides, it just works better.
Good insight. I’m interested in seeing how the brake is effected on this bike. Now that I think of it I have a new can of chain lube (champion brand I think) that coats it differently than oil. Maybe that will prevent brake failure as you suggest. We’ll see 😊
Just use grease and wax remover to get off that gas tank sealer. It’s not enough to damage the clear coat over that frame. It’s kinda not cheap tho. You have to buy it buy the can but once you have it it’s gonna last a long time. Build looks good so far and I can’t wait until you get some real power on that frame. Style points are great on this build👍
You’re the man! Yeah I was thinking of ways to remove it but in the end I just wanted to solve it pronto. Lol
I have a Cdh power gas frame and i never put red kote un the tank that is a problem in the future with the tank ?
Please read description my friend 😊
Nice, keep up the good work!
Thanks LA!
Just started my board track build today. Waiting on my 4 stroke kit from you guys lol. It’s supposed to be here wed.
I’m using an early 50’s Columbia frame. Will the wide crank kit fit that?
For what is that red kote ?
yeah for the price of them frames you would think they would hold gas lol . if they was cheaper i would understand but the quality of the way there made leaves a person thinking why .
Hey diy, there’s nothing wrong with this frame. It’s just the one I had to show an example of how to line a tank. Good knowledge for the hobby.
@@tonytaylor5087 ok gotcha . well you did a good job dont get me wrong buddy . just would make me mad as a consumer to have to do this to a tank when your paying more for a frame then most people spend on there whole bike . you know what i mean .
Tony Taylor can I line my tank after it's had fuel in it if so do I have to flush the tank or just drain it
@@stelthcamo357 personally if it were me i would flush it out let it dry then line it . i dont know if the fuel will make a difference or not but you would think it would seeing how it has oil in it .
I had two frames like this for builds my son and I did together and BOTH of them ended up having pinhole leaks at the seatpost weld. One of bikes was external so gas dripped out and down seat post. One ended up internal and dropped down on inside of seat post and eventually out the crankset. It was a real PIA to drain, clean, clean again, and seal the fully built bikes. For the $$$, I couldn’t believe they had those flaws. Take Tony’s advice and always seal a new frame no matter what. You will save yourself so much time and aggravation.
Beautiful built as always.
Hey guy love your videos but I have a lot of steep hills in my area what would you suggest?
Got a sprocket video coming up next weekend! It’s going to help you tackle those hills!
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Tony - great video, but you didn’t show us how you cleaned the threads for petcock after draining. What did you do?
Anorher good one, Thanks
where do i find red-kote?
What’s the thread size on that petcock
So the tank doesn't have an air vent? You had to make one? Or just made a better one?
@bikeberrycom what size petcock is that
What size tap and bit did you use?
I should probably just call however I would like to motorize the greaser what you got
I haven’t vented my gas cap been riding a couple months all seems ok…
Did your tank leak before? How many people felt faker bike gas tank leaked?
Had two that leaked at seat post weld.
Where did you get your silencer at
RMH has them.
@@tonytaylor5087 is that a website
What is the name of the product that is made in the fuel tank to seal?
Brushed alum just use some wet fine grit
Not from america, however, from the videos ive seen, hes not properly identified himself as a trooper by showing his badge until nearly the end of the video when he asks someone to fetch his badge. Then proceeds to detain them for trespass even though they willing say they will leave. Im sure some 4th ammendment issues there.
Would have been great to know what size tap he used? Was it a 7/16”?