What's a good way to clean heavy surface rust (no pitting) from an axle? I thought about Hopes gun cleaning solvent and 0000 steel wool but tought I would ask you experts first.
Thanks,
Sterling
Axle Rust
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Sterling Brundick
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Sonny Gerber
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Re: Axle Rust
Probably the same as your idea, but I use wd-40 and green scotch brite pads, use gloves, it is messy.
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Sterling Brundick
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Re: Axle Rust
Sonny:
Is it best to scrub it length ways or round and round or does it really matter?
Is it best to scrub it length ways or round and round or does it really matter?
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Mike bell
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Re: Axle Rust
I have used clr (calcium,lime,rust remover) with steel wool with great results.It really works when you spray it on and let sit for 5-10minutes the hit it with steel wool. My 2cents.