Hiya!
I had a similar problem with my 59 Coronet which had sat for a decade. I
faced two problems: No fuel flow even with a new fuel pump, and algae
growing in the old gas. I pulled the tank and removed the fuel pick-up - the
tube was completley clogged with sediment and trash, and had to be reamed out
using coat hander wire, small screwdrivers, etc. Then I took the tank itself
to a local radiator shop - they flushed it and then treated it with a sealer
to stop rust and prevent leaks. I put everything back together 3 years ago,
and have had no problems since.
Most radiator shops can clean and seal the tank for you. The cost is about
$60
Bob Stein
1959 Dodge
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