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May 13th, 2011, 8:37 pm
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Location: Austin, Tx, USA
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Thin film on tank from gas spill
I'll be investing in a tank cover eventually. In the mean time, any tips on getting this off besides fire?
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May 13th, 2011, 9:11 pm
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Wax on. Wax off.
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May 13th, 2011, 10:18 pm
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A tank cover?  Christ...gasoline evaporates in ten minutes.
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May 14th, 2011, 12:51 am
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Gasoline seems to react with the plastic, creating a thin, hard film that peels in places and otherwise stays on. It's a little obnoxious.
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May 14th, 2011, 12:55 pm
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Here is a photo of what I'm talking about. 
Nothing I've tried does much to get it off except gently scraping with a fingernail. I'd be surprised if no one's had to deal with this.
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May 14th, 2011, 1:19 pm
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This what it looks like after gently scraping.
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May 14th, 2011, 3:15 pm
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Hmm I spilled gas and didn't get that film, you sure it's not just wax or something that reacts with the gas?
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May 14th, 2011, 4:07 pm
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Did you buy the bike used? It looks like the black plastic was clear coated and the clear coat is peeling off.
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May 14th, 2011, 4:08 pm
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I haven't ever put wax on it. It could be some additive in the gas in Texas that isn't found in other places? Strange.
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May 14th, 2011, 4:10 pm
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MarksFriggin
Did you buy the bike used? It looks like the black plastic was clear coated and the clear coat is peeling off.
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Bought it brand new from the dealership. No clear coating.
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