I hae used this method to de rust a motorcycle tank and the tank off of a
'51 Willys jeep of mine. It works great, but be sure to fill any tank or
spray down any part with protectant or it will begin to rust again quickly.
Jack
----- Original Message -----
From: "Michael Ferguson" <fergie@ntplx.net>
To: "TR List" <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, March 05, 2002 7:01 PM
Subject: RUST Removal
> I have no idea whether or not this works, but I was introduced today to
the
> theory of electrolysis for rust removal (it involves a basic solution and
an
> electrical charge, so I wouldn't recommend it for THAT kind of
> electrolysis).
>
> A gallon or two of water in a non-conductive container (e.g. Rubbermaid),
> some Arm & Hammer Washing Soda, a chunk of stainless (or not) steel and a
> battery charger are basically all that's needed. I found this through
> another interest of mine, woodworking and old tools so this link relates
to
> that, but hey, rust is rust, huh? And we ALL know about rust!
>
> Anyway, if you're interested, check it out at... http://www.rusty2l.com/
>
> I intend to try this soon (bought the soda on the way home tonight) and
will
> report results. When I heard about this, I thought, "The guys on the TR
list
> are gonna LOVE this!"
>
> Think I'll try it on an old car part instead of my "new" 100 year-old
tenon
> saw though. Where can I find a Rubbermaid container large enough for a
TR3?
> :^)
>
> Stay tuned....
>
>
> Michael Ferguson
> 1959 TR3A TS53990L...O
> There is a very fine line between 'hobby' and 'mental illness.'...Dave
Barry
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