Rust removal

[Karl_T]

If you need large parts derusted, use electrolytic rust removal. I've done this with a plastic water tank. many sets of direction on google, here's the first one that popped up http://www.rickswoodshopcreations.com/miscellaneous/rust_removal.htm

 

[fernballan]

I just got hold of 6% vinegar Do not know if the strength of vinegar matters.We'll see you tomorrow

 

[kvt]

will be waiting for the results.

 

[NortonDommi]

I've heard about that method, but it does not smell bad and sticky?

Hi fernballan,
It is is watered down a lot so like water in viscosity, smells nice, non-toxic but will slightly stain hands if left on to long,(will wash out).
Biggest failure is not enough water,(I have seen mention of 50/50 mix). Won't harm sound paint or metal. Leaves a black smut that rubs off. I scrub in soak bucket, rinse and dry and paint with Emertan. I recently came across a mention of a product called http://www.holdtight.com/ which looks interesting and they have a local supplier. I work on a lot of old machinery and this is the gentlest method I know even better than Tea. I like it because I can dump and leave, all other methods take constant monitoring. You can try it in an ice-cream container.

 

[fernballan]

It seems to work and the black spots that get after electrolyte are not found
Will try with stronger vinegar only 6% next time it becomes 30% vinegar How strong vinegar is it?

 

[fernballan]

It seems to work and the black spots that get after electrolyte are not found
Will try with stronger vinegar only 6% next time it becomes 30% vinegar How strong vinegar is it?

One thing can i say I will never buy what all youtub uses do not remember what it's called

 

[kvt]

Ok, Got a bunch of tools home for the mill, part of them went into Evapo Rust. some went into a vinigar and salt bath. Will see how it goes.

 

[fernballan]

Ok, Got a bunch of tools home for the mill, part of them went into Evapo Rust. some went into a vinigar and salt bath. Will see how it goes.

How did the comparison go?

 

[fernballan]

After 24 hours
Will leave it another day and see if the black pieces after tenplates disappear

 

[Bob Korves]

Don't know about vinegar, but Evaporust will definitely work slower at lower temperatures.