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Old 07-02-2012, 10:29 AM
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Has anyone used CLR on rusty hardware. I'm trying to save all my IH bolts , for later reassembly..
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Old 07-02-2012, 05:27 PM
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I've been using muriatic acid to remove the rust. Don't know if I'd use it on detail stuff but it cleans nasty wheels like right now.
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Old 07-02-2012, 06:33 PM
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@ Sam Mac, I've got some rusty wheels I'll have to try that on. Do you dilute it or full strength ?
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Old 07-02-2012, 08:20 PM
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I'm a bit nuts, I use it full strength. I posted some before and after pics in the painting wheels post.

Use caution with it. The fumes will burn your lungs big time. I'm used to working with it from my years in the ready mix concrete business.
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Old 07-02-2012, 09:54 PM
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Thanks Sam Mac , I'll be cautious
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you can use electrolosis, works wonders with no caustic fumes and or chemicals, bonus is it's cheap
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@ EarlJ, I've been reading about it here on the forum,think I'll give it try. I read Matt G's info, very interesting. Thanks for the suggestion. Chris
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I have restored a few old pipe wrenches with that acid and it does work! Watch how long you leave it set in it. I had got a plastic cat litter box from the junk store for a pan.

Then be prepared to clean and primer right away, as you will see the rust come befroe your eyes.
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Sam Mac.
I am a mason so I have seen my fingers become little bald men when using acid.I bet you rig looks pretty nice.
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Be careful how you store muriatic acid. Iv'e seen it rust everything metal in a shop, just from the fumes escaping what seemed to be a tightened cap. I keep a jug in my hazards locker but I put a large ziplock over the jug and seal it.
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