Best ways to remove leftover oil in tank

[ksmoker]

My buddy brought me a 200 gal. oil tank that he wants made into a smoker, the tank had about 3 or 4 gals. of oil inside which i already removed. What can i do to really clean it out other than burning it at this point.

 

[rbranstner]

I would suggest burning but if you don't want to do that I have heard of powerwashing them.

 

[ksmoker]

I was thinking about some heavy degreaser and some hot water, let it and drain. I live in town so burning at this point is out, just want to get it cleaner so i can start sutting and welding. Thanks

 

[bustintires]

pinesol cuts grease pretty good.

 

[travcoman45]

Put some water an soap in there, then stuff an air hose in there an let bubble away fer a bit. Rinse it out well an ya should be good ta go, alothough, besure ta have a fire extinguisher handy just in case. Oil ain't as explosive as fuels, but the first cut generally makes the hairs on ones neck stand up fer a bit!

 

[chefrob]

tilt it over the neibor's fence..........

 

[craiger]

Hahaha!!!!!

 

[pit 4 brains]

Get the cheapest kitty litter you can find and throw it in there.. give it ample time to absorb, stir if needed, then remove...