E-Tank and Lye Tank evaporation

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DaveC

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How do you handle evaporation in your e-tank and lye tank? Is it just water that evaporates, or do you need to add sodium carbonate or lye when you add more water to the tanks?
 
Well I added 10 to 15 gallons to both the E-tank any lye tank yesterday afternoon. I must admit it was pretty disgusting. The E-tank clouded up instantly, but I knew it would all settle by morning. The lye tank was something else. It foamed terribly. To my surprise all the foam was gone in the morning. I added some cast iron to both and they are still working well!

I suppose one day I will get tired of it and just have to start over fresh. But I am curious at how long these tanks will continue working with all the crud inside of them.
 
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