Rust removal?
08-08-08, 03:12 PM
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Rust removal?
I got a gear cassette that got a nice amount of rust on it.
Is there a way to clean it up?
Is there a way to clean it up?
08-08-08, 04:39 PM
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If it is much more than superficial, you can probably replace it instead (look to the various on line bike shops for cassettes (or freewheels).
08-08-08, 07:15 PM
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I have used muratic acid several times, rinse off really well with water, then light coat of oil. It eats the rust and leaves the metal
08-10-08, 12:47 AM
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Bleach will remove rust. Buy liquid pool chlorine -- it is stronger and the same chemical. I have used it to remove rust from painted surfaces. Don't know how it would work on bare steel.
08-10-08, 04:53 PM
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Boiled linseed oil could keep the rust off.
