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Old 03-16-15 | 08:48 PM
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Bikes: 72 Cilo Pacer, 72 Gitane GT, 72 Peugeot PX10, 73 Speedwell Ti,l, 75 Peugeot PR-10L, 80 Colnago Super, 81 Zinn, 85 ALAN Cross, 85 De Rosa Pro, 86 Look 753, 86 Look KG86, 89 Parkpre Team, 90 Parkpre Team MTB, 90 Merlin

I've used Evapo-Rust as well. It works, too, but it more expensive and somewhat less effective than oxalic acid, in my experience. Recently, I did an overhaul on one of my keeper frames and was concerned about rust inside the tubes. Sometimes oxalic acid can leave a residue on the paint, especially if the top/clear-coat is not real smooth. In this case, I didn't want to take any chances with the oxalic acid leaving a residue on the paint, so I got some rubber plugs and filled the frame with Evapo-Rust. Worked well, and I'd use it again in certain cases. For small parts and for frames that need a deep soaking in & out, I still prefer oxalic acid.
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