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The magical rust remover!

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by Billed, Dec 15, 2012.

  1. Billed

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    So I had some rust to take care of on those little chromish side covers on my xj650. Bought this: http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/4 ... ?locale=en and it worked better than in my wildest dreams! I have since dipped some tools that have been entirely rusted for years and they've come out like new!

    Now the only downside is... it's 10$ a liter o_O - Does anybody know of something similar to this that wouldn't have me bankrupt myself?
     
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    MUCH better! Considering how many things I thought I'd eventually have to replace because of the rust on it, it's going to actually save me quite a bit of money! I saved a 40 years old pair of pliers with that product already! Wondering if I shouldn't just dip my entire car in it :D.

    Thanks a lot!
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Electrolytic rust removal is cheaper still, but you have to dedicate a part of your workspace to do it. A 12v battery charger, some scrap to use as anodes, a bit of wire, a suitable container, water, and a $2 box of washing soda. I de-rusted all of the small parts for my '64 Cub Cadet and still had 1/2 the box of washing soda left over.
     
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    Harbor Freight stocks the stuff, although it's more expensive than the links above show -- I think it was $10/quart or $30/gal. I went with this stuff because I have no experience with, and little enthusiasm for trying, the electrolysis method. If there's one thing I'm rather paranoid about, it's electricity.
     
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    especially mixing it with water, lol
     
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    question though, is it safe on chrome?
     
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  8. hogfiddles

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    Schmucko............pm me--I can tell you more about the electro method. I've used it--I like it!

    Dave Fox
     
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    The electrical source isn't dangerous.

    You can use a low amp Battery Charger.
     
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    Not shure if they still make it. Navel jelly. Used it on my Hearse's Drum brakes and then painted them. Lasted years.
     
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  11. hogfiddles

    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    Yeah, it's still available. It's phosphoric acid.

    Dave F
     
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