Rust spots on my road bike crank
03-14-11 | 02:14 PM
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"Rust" is usually used in reference to steel ..... do you mean a little corrosion on aluminum cranks ?
Oxalic acid works well removing rust from steel, but I've no idea what it would do to aluminum.
Oxalic acid works well removing rust from steel, but I've no idea what it would do to aluminum.
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03-14-11 | 02:33 PM
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Well I'm sure my crank is aluminum I guess but those spots are red like rust spots nothing huge just anoying any help with this would be great
03-14-11 | 02:49 PM
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The chainring bolts might be steel.
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03-14-11 | 03:24 PM
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The rust spots are on the chain ring itself guess mine are steele can't take pics Camera is broke thought maybe that scotchbrite and some wd40 might get it off?
03-14-11 | 08:45 PM
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Might try some automotive Aluminum wheel polish, many types to pic from, and a little will last a long time on a bike. Silver polish may also work, but try just a small inconspicuous spot first, you never know with some chemicals.
03-15-11 | 09:42 AM
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What have you tried so far ? Chain lube should stop it from rusting further once you get rid of it.
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03-15-11 | 05:25 PM
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0000 steel wool (pronounced "four aught") and light oil. Do not rub hard; just let the steel wool do the work.
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