Shortage of hot dipped galvanized tanks in the US?

[mr_v]

Here is what they look like on the floor. This is from a Stuart Scuba Facebook post. Force-E and DGX are carrying them as well.


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These remind me of the flat black cars either painted or wrapped. Looks good until they get scratched or become dirty. These tanks will sell at a major loss after a few years of use.

 

[BioTim]

I have a pair of HDG Worthington HP100's I got used. First two hydro stamps did not chip / flake the galvanized layer. The most recent stamp (JAN of 2024) did chip / flake a little bit. Rust-Oleum grey was a good enough cover up. I did not know about the cold galvanizing spray, I will try that for next time. Thanks for the idea TravisD !

My gray epoxy painted fabers seems to be holding up fine too, scuffing here and there sliding in and out of the truck, but nothing too concerning at all.

-Tim

 

[Eric Sedletzky]

Yes, if tanks are going to be painted, white is good.

Or bright silver, and gloss.
Anything that will reflect light not absorb it.

 

[mr_v]

If you fancy some new Faber LP85 galvanized, let me know. I may be able to help out, especially those of you who are in Cave Country.