Easy way to strip paint off metal

[6.0kansaspowerstroke]

Does any of you guys know an easy way to strip paint off of metal? besides sandblasting. Trying to find a easier way to do it instead of spending a long time sanding it all off. I have a tool box and a L shaped fuel tank that im wanting to paint glossy black instead of white.
Is there any problem with painting a fuel tank black?

[JD3020]

The only problem i can see with painting it black, is if it sets in the bed of a truck in the sun in the summer it will get extremely hot.

[6.0kansaspowerstroke]

thats what i was thinking. does diesel act the same way as gas when it gets hot?

[6.0kansaspowerstroke]

i have a vented cap that would release pressure if it gets to high so im thinking it would be ok.

[mostlystock]

why not just scuff the paint and have at it?