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Re: Welding and testing steel petrol tanks
Posted to Technical Tips Forum on 5/3/2026

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Yep, CO2 is good for purging petrol tanks, Mark. So is nitrogen, but they are both expensive. Whereas, the amount of exhaust gas required the purge a tank is almost free. Although exhaust gas isn't t... Login to read more.