Get dents out of gas tanks with this homemade tool ~ Dyna gas tank fix

[@matthewpage8108]

Alright!! Nice quick fix Red, it’s great to have the guidance of your dad. He’s a really handy guy, the world needs way more humans like him in it. Thanks for the tip and for letting us in on the repair. Keep up the great work, your videos are fantastic! Have a great day/night and we’ll see you next time.

[@brianreynoldson1965]

Your Dad, an "old Grey beard with DECADES of experience" is a treasure. Pay heed to the knowledge he's giving you as his daughter. Your a lucky woman!

[@vidvidbiker]

Thanks for posting this and sharing this knowledge - at 59 years old I learnt something new today - that makes for a good day 😎.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Well that’s good news! Thanks for watching 👍

[@paulsilson2148]

How can anyone not like you, great job on the tank

[@deney54]

A hot glue dent puller kit works good too, and you can get tank dent rods or bars, but they are hard to work with. But I use the hot glue kit. Good vid.

[@fatotis6273]

Was thinking the same for the small dents, aka as paintless dent repair kit.

[@moustachemike7128]

Im with ya on old tanks and fenders where ya have room they work..but toddays tanks they have a nozzle bar right in the hole and some others are just to tight to move the rod around...cheers..😁

[@noggintube]

Also the hot glue pullers target the dent alone and don't risk blowing other parts of the tank out of shape like this method. This has to assume the dent is the weakest point, but if it isn't you'll deform other areas and can end up with the tank being out of shape.

[@Todd66]

That was pretty sweet. The timing of this video for me is spooky cool. I just took most of a pretty big dent out of my tank with a PDR kit of Amazon. I think it was $26. I used my own glue gun and gorilla glue sticks. I bet with your method and the glue sticks I could probably pull some small dents too. Very helpful video. Also…who doesn’t like a red head with a bike and likes to wrench ?! 😉

[@nickwhitaker8602]

Have heard of using air pressure to push dents now I've actually seen it done . Definatly took notes. Great job!👍

[@davidchereneimmel8820]

Good video, years ago I use to do paintless dent removal with the rods and such, and paint chip repair with air brush. It was a fun job seeing people's face smile when they realized they just saved a whole lot of money from a body shop.

[@georgepressel2495]

I have used a plumbing test cap I made years ago but for some reason never thought to use a tire pump. Thank you. YOU HAVE brought a remedied available to anyone this way.

[@mikemike8087]

That's a pretty smart guy he be good to have around when you're in a pinch

[@mikemike8087]

You're very pretty smart girl you're going to do just fine in life God bless you

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

@@mikemike8087 Thank you :) God bless you as well my friend.

[@warrenp2022]

Nice tool. The last time I had a dented tank was in 1974. A friend and I were out fooling with dirt bikes, I was doing a wheelie at around 30 mph and he popped out of the woods and went across my path before he saw me. No room to stop or avoid him, so I locked the brakes to get the front wheel back down to help slow before I hit him dead center. We survived, messed up both bikes, I crushed in both sides of my tank squeezing it hard also bent the handle bars, forks and front rim. His was not rideable so I went for a trailer on mine, slowly. The things we do when we are young (mid 20's) and irresponsible and somehow survive! ;-) I had forgotten about that until you reminded me, thanks.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Sounds scary! I almost had a similar encounter with a big buck the other night in a ride, will be putting that vid up soon.

[@warrenp2022]

@@RedRiderCanadaBC Glad you missed him, that would have hurt! I stopped riding at night for that reason. I live in the country and have a friendly doe and several generations of her family come and munch on the bird and sunflower seeds I put on the ground for them, the chipmunks, birds and whoever else shows up.

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

I had a quail go through my front wheel spokes at 60 mph one time! A lot of feathers, but it wasn’t fun!

[@jerrylong381]

Great job Red and Dad! The same tool can be used to leak test the tank too. Pressurize to 5-10 psi and either submerge in water or spray with soapy water, paying particular attention to the seams.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

You bet ya!

[@fatotis6273]

Love home made tools, that worked great, very little body work left to finish tank for paint.

[@mudhead31]

Wow, If I knew this my bike i got 45 years ago would still be original! Thanks!

[@jd9308]

Red Rider I love how you share all the tips/tricks to getting a job done without fancy and expensive tools. Just some good ol' fashion common sense approach. Everything doesn't have to be turned into rocket science to get the job done. Keep riding that sweet shovel up there in B.C. and stay safe!

[@richiebainbridge2608]

Great idea , simple and very effective. Proper teamwork as usual. Cheers Richie.

[@michaelakers8698]

That's a good idea sometimes you can heat the dent with a hair dryer and cool it fast with water and the dent will pop out but I'm gonna make one of those neat tools to use too

[@paulinemercer538]

Nice to see Daughter and Dad working together my dad taught me to work on stuff to .Not hear now . You treasure the moments you have . Thanks for the tips on the dent removal never new that cool.👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿.

[@56Spookdog]

That worked out better than a friend that tried filling the tank with water, dropping a M-80 in it, closeting the cap. The dent no longer mattered.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Lmao 🤣 😂 That is so friggin funny hahaha

[@sjtheroadshenanigansofabri6631]

what a simple and easy way to repair those awkward tank dings..... thanks so much Red Rider

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Thanks for watching!

[@leonardstanford1877]

Got a couple tanks I'm gonna try it .I was thinking about heating the dent with a heat gun before using the air pump just to make the metal a little more playable .but a killer idea !

[@richardmourdock2719]

Definitely. Even just letting it sit out in the sun before doing this will make a difference. Years ago, after a hail storm, my Dad's car had all kinds of dents in it. He called the insurance man. The next day was sunny, bright and scorching hot. By the time the insurance man arrived all the dents were gone.

[@bmp72]

All the compressed air in there represents a lot of energy -> big boom if it goes wrong. Filling the tank with liquid will reduce the amount of compressed air, reducing the possible 'boom' making the procedure safer

[@kevincraigyates5443]

The gas will combust around 140 psi, still a great idea though as long as you don't use a compressor and completely drain fuel

[@matthewswartz5864]

Hum.

[@reddmann2216]

It's good to see old school bikers passing their knowledge down to the next generation...and to see the next generation taking it all in.. I choose the biker lifestyle and knew I couldn't live as I planned and be a dedicated family man too... But I've been involved in the raising of kids for sure...

[@joeybaker2480]

Ingenious design for the tool Red. It must be another one of you dad's great ideas.

[@harleyj3938]

Learned something new today. Thanks Red. 😎

[@g-loctv6114]

I'm really glad I found this video because I just bought my first bike and it's got a dent all around the top where the gas cap is. It's not in the greatest of shape but at least it's a Harley that I can call my own.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Awesome!! Yep, as long as it’s rideable and puts a smile on your face 😁

[@ClassicRider]

Congrats on that Dent ! Brilliant Approach -

[@davidlarson3920]

You make me smile every time I see ya Red😁👍

[@neilhamill318]

Was I impressed with the gadgets performance. Definitely. 👍

[@markh.harris9271]

Cool trick, Red. You two teach me a lot. Thanks!

[@paulrobinson373]

Must be lovely to have a daughter that doesn't look at their phone all day, well done 👏👏👏👏👍

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

😁

[@robbieautrey3158]

What a cool ideal and such a neat tool that you and your Dad made RED/Janis. Nice to see him in the video with you. Take care and be careful out there.

[@yankeeryder7430]

talk about innovative...!!! not only are you getting first hand learning experience from your dad as ive mentioned before...but we (the subscribers) are as well...... passing on the knowledge, experience and tricks to keep the motorcycle community in the wind....!!! ride safe y'all..

[@gregorykucera4235]

That was great I will definitely remember that. Thanks again. Have a great day.

[@SLED649]

Hey Red! Thanks for that nugget of knowledge!

[@mikejohnson-dl7vt]

Nice, ❤ the "home invention tools" to remedy problems. Wish we were neighbors (got an '02 Super T needs exact same fix)😆👍

[@dmvs]

Great, I love this. And I love you too, girl! 😉 I've also seen that pouring hot water over the dent helps to soften the metal temporarily.

[@rd-yw8gc]

I've also seen this done with a small firecracker taking knee dents out of dirt bike tanks. But your tool gives you more control.

[@hokaheyrider059]

Being able to think is a wonderful thing and your dad obviously has that ability. That coupled with his skill at fabrication makes him a very valuable asset.

[@strokerwatson4770]

You are getting it done that's all that counts you guys make a good team 👍 keep up the great work my friend stay safe be blessed

[@mitchculb780]

I`ve used the same principle many times on different tanks and usually it works, sometimes the dent are stubborn and require more forceful measures anyway, glad it worked for you.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

It works good for some dents. But smaller dents are a little tougher to deal with.

[@robc1961]

Your dad is old school cool. Need a tool ? Think about it for a minute then make it.. a great way to remove dents from a tank. Thanks Red !

[@eddiemartinez5168]

I love that your not scared to get your hands dirty and that your learning thinks with your bike . Great video . By the way your a cute one red .

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Thanks 😊

[@joracer1]

I use something similar back in the 80's to take dents out of 2 stroke pipes.. you are a cool woman...

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Thanks 😁

[@thomasprendergast2770]

Ya that's a great idea done it myself often your right just don't wanna burst tank

[@charleycavanaugh5414]

Your Dad is a genius hun. And a good Dad . god Bless you both .

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

God bless you too ✌️😁

[@jimscycleandautotn8508]

Hell yea Red , that's slick ✊ . I appreciate the knowledge to you and your Paw .

[@hippytrev7452]

wow a hand pump l was expecting a air compressor great work.. cheers

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

A hand pump is safer, you aren't as likely to burst welds.

[@genefogarty5395]

We used to used to use some fuel and a match, lol. Strap the tank down and toss the match. BOOM, dents gone. I've use air on dents that had no stretched metal with good results too. Anything with a crease and stretch usually means the stud gun needs to be pulled out to get it done right.

[@wadehallstrom7260]

You can use a torch ( CAREFULLY )to heat up the metal around the tight dents or creases . You and Your dad have skills . Thanks for vids !

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Thanks!

[@salvadorbarrera4377]

Your videos are teaching me a lot about motorcycles , Harley Davidson to be exact

[@mikescott9213]

If you clean the fuel out first you can heat up the dent. It might help pop out tight dents

[@jamesball2128]

Your dad is genius...I have a PHD in "African American Engineering" and I never would have been able to come up with a tool as good as that. Keep up the great work and I for one, like your vids and you!

[@Ghostdog4]

I see what you have done here! Great rephrasing! LOL

[@BillySBC]

Good idea! Not a total answer but a very big part of it. Thanks for posting this.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Thanks for watching! I hope it was helpful 🙂

[@marklaramie7393]

Good job guys, pretty cool

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Thanks !

[@dwwilliamsonsr1243]

Instead of tapping on it or both use a heat gun too that might work you know how you can use heat to get the dents out of fenders and such definitely work on the tank too I like that tool you guys made thanks

[@ernestwilliams3112]

I like that you work with your dad!

[@davidreynolds4684]

Thats a badass tire pump. Im impressed how easy you pumped it up. I guess i always had crappy pumps cause i couldnt get a bike tire pumped up till i was about to have a stroke. Go ahead and show the whole repair. Learn us. Good vid

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

That pump is like 15 years old and still works great!

[@davidreynolds4684]

@@RedRiderCanadaBC jesus ive had new pumps that had me breathing heavier than a 2 dollar hooker in sunday school.

[@jeffburton2282]

Thanks for the information 👍

[@robertmahaney2854]

Great job and a great save of a carbureted FXWDG tank they are getting hard to find these days.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Oh I didn’t know that! I’ve personally never like these tanks.

[@davidhawkins1295]

Excellent video, great explanation of how you made the tool and how it works. Old school stuff there. Great job and best of luck with your bike.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Thanks!!

[@gregmardon6973]

I definitely like you and I like your bike, I must add again, include your father once in awhile. It's very cool to see your pop.

[@BradleyY8540]

Dang it! Where was this video last year when I ditched my tank! Thank you for this.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Thanks for watching!

[@tomnicholl8171]

Excellent info. I did kind of the same thing a few years ago. I was restoring a 1974 Honda XL350, I bought new in 74. The tank got dented while dirt riding. I filled it with water, but did not install the cap. I placed it in the freezer for about 1 week. It froze solid and popped out the dent, with no bondo before painting it.

[@paulhare662]

Hmmm....

[@juniorcopeland9082]

That's a very good idea, I've taken dents out of tanks before, just by cramming a rag down around the air nozzle while it's in the tank, that method works sometimes but your way is much better, I'm thinking that someone makes a tool for that too ? Nice job, thanks for sharing !! ✌

[@Dodsonmonty]

I used a crows foot socket to get the toogle bolt out. But it does work great unless you have a crease. Great video.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Thank you!

[@paulgaddis36]

I have put tank on my sportser, not sur if it to tight of a dent to use this method but I’m sure going to try it.

[@jeremyhanna3852]

Drill a tiny hole in the end of the toggle lock and tie a piece of fishing line to it coil the line above of the tank lip and when it's time to remove it pull back on the fishing line which collapses it back against the rod and it comes right out

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Good idea

[@douglas9607]

Wow. that worked good. thanks for the tip. Hey to Pop.

[@o.u.t.olduglytroll3712]

hey back at'cha doug.

[@Sconnie470]

Perfect timing. I'm working on a dented tank right now. Thanks for the video!

[@handyhippie6548]

that's a slick trick. i'll have to remember this for the future. thanx!

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Thanks for watching!

[@lowdesertbiker6969]

We like YOU! (and the tech tips are cool too...)

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

😁😁

[@TheRealCreepinogie]

Your Dad's a smart guy. I've got a redhead daughter about your age too but she wants nothing to do with bikes.

[@robertbearce1704]

That is awesome. I've heard of others doing that but never seen anyone actually do it. Really good vidieo Red. Thank u so much.

[@anonimous2451]

Wow, NOW I have to make one. Got 3 tanks that need dent removal done. This will be put into practice and hopefully I can save the tanks. 2 from early 80's and 1 from 90's.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Good luck! We only went up to about 15psi on this tank to prevent from distorting it. Using a tie strap to hold the tank from becoming misshapen can work also.

[@anonimous2451]

@@RedRiderCanadaBC Woot, Bonus info and a great idea. Thanks again

[@MrKoladge]

I’ve don’t this for years. I add heat to mine and you watch the dent come right out. Nice job!!

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Cool, thanks!

[@charlescrawford106]

Hey red rider that was so awesome and super smart using a hand pump. I'm going to try to do my tank tomorrow thank you so much

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Thanks for watching!

[@ridingonruby3287]

Great job and great tip for us all. Awesome video. ✌

[@jaybales3160]

Thank you for the demonstration. Liking your dad, you and our bike. 😎

[@chesta-dacheetaa8754]

Good morning Red Rider🏡🌞🚜,im drinking coffee ,wishing i had a coffee mugg like your Dad!!,,,,i started laughing bcuz sometimes, i carry my coffee pot with me in my shop,,eye use it as a mug,,its jus much Larger,,lol,,,great content Red ,,that tool worked nicely."""GOOD DAY YA,LL!!😎👍""

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Lol well whatever works! You must drink a lot of coffee. My dads mug holds two mugs of coffee, me and my siblings got that for him one year for Father’s Day from star bucks. It’s like 25 years old!

[@TheNobbynoonar]

What a great bit of information-thank you both.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Glad it was helpful!

[@davidcoyote8921]

Dad knows best 👍

[@robburnside6636]

Thanks out to you and your dad.

[@MinnowMoto]

That is so cool, Never seen it done that way. Great share. New Sub!

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Thanks!

[@stevenstats139]

Hi Red Rider and Dad. Best Wishes!

[@o.u.t.olduglytroll3712]

hi steve, best you as well.

[@1fknhpycmpr355]

Thats a neat trick! I have heard that some guys use same method, but they heat the dents carefully. But the tank must be rinsed properly when doing this version.

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Hey, we know of the heat trick but just didn’t want to have to wash the tank out, or burn the paint off. I plan on changing the tank at some point soon anyway, this is just a quick make it “good enough” job to get it through an inspection. Thanks for the tip though!

[@1fknhpycmpr355]

@@RedRiderCanadaBC Yeah, i figured out something like that you tried to save the paint, since your dad had a rubber mallet there, instead of body hammer.

[@peteosinga8845]

Would a heat gun help?

[@dogpaw775]

i like this show, makes me feel like back in the early 70's, not a bad thing, comfortable, chilled. bet yer' pop's has some more top tips for mo' sickle riders? i'll start, a rubber will carry almost a quart of fuel if you run out and need to transfer from your buddies tank. next...?

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Glad you like the videos, thanks for watching!

[@markmoffett6813]

Thanks again for another great video and sharing this technique. Mark from Maryland

[@rickteeters6329]

I have a dyna tank with a small dent. Swap meet purchase. I bought a new fuel gauge and sending unit was planning on using it. Never did lol but I have a complete dyna tank.

[@Cstoreri]

Thanks RR 😊

[@pkerit308]

1:59 I prefer a longer piece that goes into the tank. That way the piece clamps against the tank on both ends of the piece. Thats a better clamp. The hole in my piece is large so the piece tilts to go into the tank..

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Whatever works!! 👍

[@phantomxter]

Cool, looks like a handy little device to have. 👍✌️

[@billvandyne4685]

Very good! Thanks.

[@COLLAR01]

This method works for smashed headers as well with some torch added

[@larscajvall5804]

Thanks from Sweden!

[@RedRiderCanadaBC]

Hello Sweden, thanks for watching!

[@Joe124100]

Grat tool! Make it, market it 😊😊😊😊😊

[@rogermcard4442]

We all think your cool red 😎, good job on tank, as simple as it was there are a lot of folk who might not know how to do things. It’s not all about digging deep into pockets for dealerships to make more out of us 👍😎🤪🤪

[@bcdiver3608]

Awesome.. Thank you for sharing. Great videos..

[@johnpayne6196]

Well presented, clear information and highly useful. Thanks again.

[@Boysenberr]

How interesting! I never thought of such a technique! Of course, thinking is not one of my better events . . . . Nice job!