Tool Rust Removal

[pirate]

I have been given some end wrenchs, sockets, speed handle, etc. that have been stored in a shed for probably 20 years. All of the tools have some rust on what was a chrome or plated finish. The rust really isn't pitted but won't just rub off either. I have been told dipping these tools in a diluted muratic acid/water bath and then dipping in baking soda/ water to neutralize will clean them up like new. Any suggestions for this method or other ways.

 

[dink]

I have been given some end wrenchs, sockets, speed handle, etc. that have been stored in a shed for probably 20 years. All of the tools have some rust on what was a chrome or plated finish. The rust really isn't pitted but won't just rub off either. I have been told dipping these tools in a diluted muratic acid/water bath and then dipping in baking soda/ water to neutralize will clean them up like new. Any suggestions for this method or other ways.

I take it you didnt even look around on the most recent posts....there is already a subject about this

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5160

 

[pirate]

Well actually I did look at recent posts and also searched for other topics concerning rust removal. I did not see anything that answered my question regarding muratic acid so that is why i asked the question. Possibly EvapoRust or WD-40 is the answer but I am always open to new ideas and others experience.

 

[imported_banzaitoyota]

http://www.safestrustremover.com/overview.asp


IT works for me

 

[ZRX61]

I'd start with steel wool & see how that goes, #0000 grade

 

[kartracer55]

Try Noxon. Green bottle in the cleaning isle at HD.

Even tho we keep the grill covered and its stainless after about year it will begin to develop a light coating of surface rust. Noxon takes it off no problem.

Try that, I had tools in similar condition that I have cleaned up like this

Jim

 

[Tyson]

I've acid dipped and then re-oiled with great success.

 

[amishman]

I've acid dipped and then re-oiled with great success.

I seem to remember on one of the Vw boards I frequent, a guy that soaked rusty parts in straight lemon juice, for like 4 days or something, and the parts came out zippidy clean of rust. The acid just ate away at the rust. Just an idea but I bet there is some merit to it. I will see if I can find his link.

tj

 

[amishman]

I seem to remember on one of the Vw boards I frequent, a guy that soaked rusty parts in straight lemon juice, for like 4 days or something, and the parts came out zippidy clean of rust. The acid just ate away at the rust. Just an idea but I bet there is some merit to it. I will see if I can find his link.

tj

Here is a link of a picture of before and after soaked in lemon juice.

tj

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/album_page.php?pic_id=215794
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/album_page.php?pic_id=215795

 

[kartracer55]

damn! I have some stuff I can soak. How long does it need to soak for?

Jim

 

[amishman]

damn! I have some stuff I can soak. How long does it need to soak for?

Jim

If you are meaning the juice method. Not sure. The poster of the pics I have said a couple days I think. tj

 

[wantedabiggergarage]

Due to some old handplanes I am trying to refurbish, I have been looking at this elsewhere. They used Citric acid (1 pound per gallon of warm water). It appears to be used in brewing (haven't made it to the local brewing house yet.) Found out it's MUCH cheaper online. $20 for 5 lbs, verses around $5 for 2 to 6 ounces.

 

[SloppyDogDrool]

I've used this for really bad rust.
http://www.lightningstrip.com/

 

[81gtv6]

Hello everyone. I thought this would be a good first post for me. I have used this method: http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/andyspatch/rust.htm

It works really well, and is fun to watch.

 

[Grim Reaper]

I posted this in the other thread but here it is again.

Couple gallon of water, Washing powder, couple feet of wire, chunk of stainless and a battery charger. Removes all the rust even in the hinge of plyers. Then a nice coat of MACHINE OIL.

WD 40 is ****. It evaporates. If you need a penetrating oil get PB Blaster. WD 40 has almost no better lubrication property then spit. It is for drying out distributor caps and not good for much else other then helping remove adhesives.

http://www.stovebolt.com/techtips/ru..._derusting.htm

 

[Elroy]

What's wrong with a wire brush on a bench grinder? Simple and you don't get your hands wet