Recently degreased drill press internals

[jfk92]

Apologies if double posted, my first run seems to have disappeared. I decreased all internals of spindle, quill and a variety of other parts - used Simple Green. Rinsed and dried - but should I spray with WD-40 to keep from surface rusting while I work on the rest? I'm going to wet sand the column as in the video here - did someone mention the wax this to keep shiny long term? If so with what? Thx,
John

 

[CGarage]

You realize Simple Green is corrosive to some metals, right?

 

[jfk92]

That is my understanding thx

 

[subroc]

Yes, wd-40 will be satisfactory to prevent cleaned parts from rusting. I expect if they were in a dirt floor shed with a leaking roof they may still rust a bit. But, for most situations that will work.

 

[Snip's]

Johnson's floor wax was generally used for the column, but they stopped making it... I've switched over to Minwax which is a good alternate...
Minor surface rust won't be a problem if you use an etching primer before your final paint coat. If you go with the WD-40, you'll need to remove the oil before painting....

If you have too much surface rust you can always soak the steel parts in water with a small amount of citric acid (in the canning section of the grocery store)

 

[garfunkle24]

If you don't want to oil them down (WD40, fluid film, wipe down with oil etc) store in an airtight tote or bag with some desiccant.

 

[Renegade1LI]

I've had good luck clear coating bare or polished metal parts. This makes upkeep much easier and repainting what was painted.

 

[Firebrick43]

Apologies if double posted, my first run seems to have disappeared. I decreased all internals of spindle, quill and a variety of other parts - used Simple Green. Rinsed and dried - but should I spray with WD-40 to keep from surface rusting while I work on the rest? I'm going to wet sand the column as in the video here - did someone mention the wax this to keep shiny long term? If so with what? Thx,
John

The spindle, as in spindle bearings and all??????

 

[jfk92]

No - I removed the bearings. I may replace them or I may repack them and reuse - not sure yet.

 

[The Cobbler]

yes to the WD40. for any parts you plan on painting, I would prime them instead otherwise you have to be sure to get all the wd40 off before you paint

 

[jfk92]

Thanks - I'm not going to paint. The original paint is in good condition with just the right amount of patina. The knobs and bolt heads have cleaned up spectacularly in simple green and wire brushing. I'm just going to clean out the head, table and base with a diluted amount of simple green and immediate wash. Then reassemble.

 

[CGarage]

Boeshield

 

[seber]

I use automotive wax on all my bare metal. I used to use Boeshield but see no real difference other than cost.

 

[FrankLee]

For internal bare steel parts such as the quill, spindle, pinion, feed stop rod and various nuts, bolts screws, etc., I never use anything after cleaning until lubing for assembly.

Chrome plated parts get cleaner wax, but it's mainly for cleaning.

It really may depend on your humidity and temperature. It also depends upon how long it takes between cleaning and reassembling.

 

[sdowney717]

Oil the parts and then put them into plastic bags.

 

[Nutria]

Almost any kind of oil should keep the rust monster at bay while you wait to reassemble. I'd probably put on a thin layer of CLP. WD-40 can get a little gummy if you end up leaving it on longer than originally planned-- great for lube while derusting the column, table, etc. though. Agree with Snip re Johnson's paste wax for the column.