?? for Evap-O-Rust users; how clean does container have to be?
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twertsy
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Yes, New tub, and I'd recommend a metal one. I used a black plastic one and everything came out black on starting on the 3rd batch or so
Vegaman_Dan
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Water trough for horses/cattle. But to fill it with solvent may break the bank!
alinc100
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I believe that is a by-product of the evap-o- rust process.Black oxide.
Has nothing to do with the color of the container.
Yep. I did a bunch rust removal over the past couple weeks with Evap-o-Rust and everything came out black regardless of the container type (plastic and metal).
jwh
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I use a big red plastic Folger's coffee can and my stuff comes out black also.
If your fluid gets "gritty" coffee filters work well for straining it - just don't be in a hurry to get done.
If your fluid gets "gritty" coffee filters work well for straining it - just don't be in a hurry to get done.
Scooterfish
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Use a storage container WITH a lid. It will turn a dark color but after it sits for awhile after use it will settle. With a lid it will last for many uses.
bobbycos
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It is a by-product, I have a large plastic travel coffee cup I use along with a plastic shoe container and all the tools I dipped came out black except for a few sockets that retained their chrome finish.
XxToolAholicxX
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I have used metal and plastic container and it does not make any difference. I am currently using a 5 gallon bucket with a lid from Lowe's for about $5 bucks. The black oxide is the process you just rinse with water and scrub with a scotch pad and wipe dry then lube.
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Mohawk Dave
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Use a lid as said, and the warmer the better. In the cold season I bring the HD 5 gallon bucket in and set it in the corner. House is 70 soemthing degrees vs 35 outdside. huge difference.
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twertsy
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Interesting. Thanks for the insight. I've been blaming it on the pan I've been using. Been giving it a bath in OZ juice afterwards and it all comes right off. I'm just worried that I'm now contaminating my OZ juice, which is horribly expensive.
As others have said it is chemical by product. I use a scrub brush on items when I remove them from the Evapo Rust. Best thing I've found is the cheap, clear plastic stoarage containers sold at Wal-mart...they are available in a multitude of sizes and come with a lid...believe the maker is Sterilite. I have sizes and use the most appropriate one.
alinc100
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I'd bet a couple soakings in hot water and dawn dish detergent would clean out your dried oil bucket.
As others have said any container,good lid,good to go. Any of the big box stores will have a multitude of storage containers. I like grabbing tupperware at garage sales/estate sales for just this purpose.
As others have said any container,good lid,good to go. Any of the big box stores will have a multitude of storage containers. I like grabbing tupperware at garage sales/estate sales for just this purpose.
ok, just plopped my rusty chunk of metal into a new plastic container. I cut up a t-shirt and soaked the rags to put on the parts that stuck up out of the solution. Hope putting cloth into it is ok, the jug said paper towel...?
also, should I put the lid on while it's working or only when not in use? it's a cheap-o clear plastic servi-lite or something from walmart with a lid where the handles lock it down...
thanks
also, should I put the lid on while it's working or only when not in use? it's a cheap-o clear plastic servi-lite or something from walmart with a lid where the handles lock it down...
thanks
HammerMechanic
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Yep cheap plastic containers from walmart or a dollar store.
jakemac
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A lid of any kind will help cut down on evaporation and odor. It may help to keep the towel from drying out too fast.
Zeke
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A small mud mixing tub. However, you shouldn't have to submerge what you are treating. I think exposure to air helps the conversion. Put your stuff in a plastic trash bag, spray the EVR in there and tie shut. Leave for a day or so.
twertsy
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Really Zeke? I've never heard of that method. I take it you've had good results? 
no **** Zeke? you've had good results on heavily rusted "old stuff" that way? That would make this stuff go from expensive to crazy cheap....
ok so it's dropping below 65 degrees or whatever it says on the jug, my heavily rusted piece is showing minor/moderate signs of improvement...it says for use above 65 degrees but what happens below that temp? Does it just stop working or does something 'negative' happen?
It's been in 3 hours and looks like it needs 8 more...leave it in overnight or what?
it's 5:45 pm here in Phoenix...should get down to the 40's or so tonight...not sure exactly...
It's been in 3 hours and looks like it needs 8 more...leave it in overnight or what?
it's 5:45 pm here in Phoenix...should get down to the 40's or so tonight...not sure exactly...
I have yet to try Evaporust, but the FAQ contains some information that may answer your questions.
http://www.evapo-rust.com/product-info/faqs/
http://www.evapo-rust.com/product-info/faqs/
Mohawk Dave
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Cold wont hurt it...just takes longer. A WATCHED POT NEVER BOILS.
Everything I put in does at least 1 full night. Even if it was just wire wheeled and dang near clean.
If heavy rust anywhere from 24-72 hours plus. Warmer is faster.
I typically put stuff in soak on Wednesday or so and leave it till the weekend. Doesn't hurt a thing and its al the rust is gone. Seems like everytime I left an item for just 10 or 12 hours I had some touch up to do. I don't the time to do things twice, so I just give them a good soak.