Ano Tank question

[lastone75]

Well I've been using the same tank setup on and off for about 3 years. And up to recently I've been noticing it hard to keep current right. And Depending on were parts sit in the tank they fade out( get cloudy).
So my quetion would be Do's the acid go bad? Or is the acid getting diluted? and causeing this. Also noticed if i go the old school way and run let it draw as many amps as it wants. No matter what i put in the tank it will trip out a 40amp power supply.

Any ideas?

Thanks in advance

[acidrain]

The water will evaporate, and leave a higher acid concentration. Try adding distilled water to the level you started at 3 years ago.
If you're still unsure/unhappy with your acid solution, swap it out for new... it's not too expensive.

[lastone75]

I've tryed topping off the water level in it. There was no change. I think it's time for a tank change.

Thanks

Oh yeah whats the best way of getting rid of old acid? My tanks like 20 gallons.

[acidrain]

I neutralize the acid with baking soda... you can get large bags of industrial grade baking soda from Costco.
Pour a small amount into a 5 gal pail, and add a bit of BS and stir (wear safety equipment). The acid will foam and rise up in the container, so don't do too much at a time. Repeat after the foaming subsides. Continue this way until the foaming is nearly zero.
After the acid is neutralized, you can pour it down the toilet.
Just so you know, the new liquid drain cleaners are sulphuric acid.

[lastone75]

Thought that was the way. Now i know for sure. Better safe then sorry.

Thanks