(Msg. 1) Posted: Thu Aug 04, 2005 3:51 pm
Post subject: paint system for aluminium water tanks
I have integral aluminium water tanks, in which there is some slight pitting. I am looking to fill the damage then paint the tanks but i need a paint that will not taint the water. any suggestions? many thanks
Tom
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