February 28th, 2014, 02:23 PM | #1 |
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How to get rid of small rusting on my bike?
My bike had 2 previous owners. One of them must have left the bike outside and some small parts are showing rust spots. Is there a product I can use to clear out the rust? I think there was one but I completely forgot the name.
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February 28th, 2014, 02:33 PM | #2 |
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http://www.corrosionx.com/rust-remover.html
/thread We use corrosion x in the Navy. You can have the nastiest rusty corroded part and leave it in this stuff and it'll be new. Its magic. |
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February 28th, 2014, 04:10 PM | #3 | |
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February 28th, 2014, 09:41 PM | #4 |
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March 1st, 2014, 06:23 AM | #5 |
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The Works toilet bowl cleaner cleans up light rust quickly. A quart costs around $1.50 at Walmart. For small spots I put some on a Q-tip and apply it. Just replaced the fork oil in a Rebel and the chrome forks had quite a bit of rust on them from the clamps. Soaked a cotton ball in The Works and after a few minutes scrubbing, the rust was gone. Be sure to rinse the area well when done.
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March 1st, 2014, 06:31 AM | #6 |
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I thought WD40 treats surface rust?
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March 2nd, 2014, 12:57 PM | #7 |
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Alu foil, ball a bit up & run it under the tap then rub it on the rust.
Aluminium is harder than rust but softer than steel, & when it's wet it'll oxidise robbing the O- ion from the rust turning it back to iron. Not ideal for what you're looking to do but may be handy for someone searching. |
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March 2nd, 2014, 01:45 PM | #8 |
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I also use a dremmel with small polishing tips. You can put any type of polish/rust remover on the fabric polishing tips. I have found that it works great with Mothers and it will leave a near mirror shine if you do it enough
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March 2nd, 2014, 06:38 PM | #9 |
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Thanks for the replies guys. I will try to find this corrosion X stuff or order some online if I can't find it or grab another rust remover at my local hardware / true value store.
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March 2nd, 2014, 07:16 PM | #10 |
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Only works with Q-tips and they are expensive ......
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March 2nd, 2014, 09:01 PM | #12 | |
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Does anyone know for sure though? |
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March 2nd, 2014, 09:04 PM | #13 |
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March 2nd, 2014, 09:19 PM | #14 |
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The corrosion x we use normally makes rubber swell, I wouldn't use it on anything but metal.
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March 2nd, 2014, 09:24 PM | #15 |
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If its a bolt you can remove and let soak for a day or two, just put it in a jar of vinegar. Remember to protect it from rusting again after cleaning it up.
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March 2nd, 2014, 09:46 PM | #16 |
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Good to know. What do you put on to prevent it from rusting? the corrosion X would work but is there some sort of rust-proof wax or something? I think it's more of a cosmetic thing for me than a problem, but I definitely don't want the bike rusting. Once it's a ...liiiiiitttlleee warmer I'll pop my head out of my house and start preparing the bike
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March 2nd, 2014, 09:59 PM | #17 |
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After you get rid of the rust use boeshield.
Its like a wax that soaks into the metal.
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To be clear I wasn't asking for a chain lube, I was asking about a solvent that could clean/de-grease/de-rust the chain (hence asking that question in this thread, not a chain lube thread). Clean with solvent, rinse generously with water, dry thoroughly with air compressor, lube with chain lube. Thanks for giving me advice on how to pick a chain lube though. |
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March 3rd, 2014, 02:14 PM | #19 | |
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One of your questions: "is this stuff safe for your chain". Probably not as it's not labeled a chain lube but more of a rust inhibitor and fighter, but it does say on the website "It is also among the best – if not the best – lubricating and penetrating oils on the market at any price." wasn't your question about this Corrosion X stuff? It's kind of like buying separate shampoo and conditioner now a days instead of getting the 2 in 1. |
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Tom answered my question completely with this: Quote:
Brian. 1) in general, you realize that lube/grease also prevents surface rust right? In addition to reducing friction, it covers metal and prevents oxidation (rust) because there's no air contact. That's why when you buy metal stock, there's always a thin layer of oil all over it. Just like when you buy a new moto-chain, it's covered in waxy grease and vacuum sealed so it doesn't oxidize on the shelf. 2) LUBE does not clean. LUBE only lubricates. Solvents clean off fun things like road grime and old lube and general gunk. Generally speaking; solvents clean, lubes lube and prevent rust from starting. Quote:
I was asking if it was safe to use as a solvent on the chain because I don't want to destroy the o-rings but I want to clean up gunk and remove rust at the same time, not because I want to use it as a lubricant. Read through my steps for chain cleaning again and you'll see that I'm looking for a good solvent that's safe for the O-rings. hint: solvent, rinse, dry, lube. Quote:
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March 3rd, 2014, 03:35 PM | #21 | |
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I longboard and for our bearings we need a high speed lube that will prevent corrosion and keep the lube conditionally spinning inside the bearing. They have all different cleaners /2 in ones. Just trying to pass on my knowledge but I guess I didn't know what I was referring too. edit: nvm, he did mention about o-rings swelling. |
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March 3rd, 2014, 03:39 PM | #22 |
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I didn't quote Chris but I was specifically responding to his question about the rings lol. The regular Corrosion X is a great lube/protector for metal parts but based on what we've seen with it I wouldn't use it on rubber.
For the same reason I wouldn't use the rust remover version on the chain. |
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