The Ford Barn

wrndln · 02-13-2011, 09:17 PM

This question is for Fordbarners that have used Evapo Rust. I would like to use some to remove the rust from some parts. I usually sandblast stuff, but with over a foot of snow on the ground, it will be a while until I can sandblast outside where I always do it. Here in MN it is to cold to do outside this time of year anyway. Are there any ill effects in doing the derusting in a shop or garage? I was thinking of putting some brake rods in a 2” PVC tube with Evapo Rust for derusting. I know using some acids will mess up tools and other things in the vicinity. Also, does the temperature make a difference? If I turn the heat off if could get down to almost freezing at night. Thanks for any help.
Rusty Nelson

criswellnk · 02-13-2011, 09:40 PM

I have used Evapo-Rust for a variety of different parts, with great results. I have used it in the garage, shop and in the basement with no ill effects. It is a great product.

TinCup · 02-13-2011, 09:45 PM

I am amazed everytime I use this stuff. No fumes no toxics. The worse they are the longer you should leave them alone. I put some parts away and came back 3 days later and all the rust was gone and the parts were undamaged.

RonC · 02-13-2011, 10:05 PM

It's not an acid. http://www.evaporust.com/docs/evaporust.pdf

Mike V. Florida · 02-14-2011, 01:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TinCup

I am amazed everytime I use this stuff. No fumes no toxics. The worse they are the longer you should leave them alone. I put some parts away and came back 3 days later and all the rust was gone and the parts were undamaged.

Ditto

Steve Plucker · 02-14-2011, 01:46 AM

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I wonder why Home Depot or Lowe's do not carry this stuff?

Where can it be purchased?

Thanks.

Pluck

Tom Wesenberg · 02-14-2011, 01:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve Plucker

I wonder why Home Depot or Lowe's do not carry this stuff?

Where can it be purchased?

Thanks.

Pluck

I saw it today at Car Quest for $22 and at Harbor Freight for $20.

Steve Plucker · 02-14-2011, 01:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom Wesenberg

I saw it today at Car Quest for $22 and at Harbor Freight for $20.

Thanks Tom!

Pluck

Job · 02-14-2011, 03:38 PM

Hi,
One part of your question still not answered is will it work in the cold. No it will not. Super,fantastic stuff but it slows down in its ability to remove rust the colder it gets. Evaporust can and does freeze. I have a block of Evaporust with parts waiting for warmer weather in the barn right now.
If you can't find a local retailer who sells it Evaporust is sold direct by the manufacturer. Thats how I started buying it, now I can get it local.
Currently searching for the perfect container to derust wheels!
Happy derusting,
Job

RonC · 02-14-2011, 03:41 PM

Tractor Supply sells it too.

http://www.tractorsupply.com/vehicle...1-gal--1340932

redmodelt · 02-14-2011, 10:03 PM

Read or call the maker. It can only remove and hold so much rust. The rust stays suspended and once it has absorbed X amount that's all it will hold and working time will slow down and/or stop. Any parts put in it must be de-greased, it is a organic compound and grease effects it's working.
When it's fresh and new it works great.

Cool Hand Lurker · 02-14-2011, 10:45 PM

All of these rust removal processes work much better with some heat. Chemical reaction or bacterial action. Below 50 it really slows down, optimum temp is probably around 90 without danger.

02-13-2011, 09:17 PM	#1
wrndln Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lakeville, MN Posts: 5,346	Evapo Rust question This question is for Fordbarners that have used Evapo Rust. I would like to use some to remove the rust from some parts. I usually sandblast stuff, but with over a foot of snow on the ground, it will be a while until I can sandblast outside where I always do it. Here in MN it is to cold to do outside this time of year anyway. Are there any ill effects in doing the derusting in a shop or garage? I was thinking of putting some brake rods in a 2” PVC tube with Evapo Rust for derusting. I know using some acids will mess up tools and other things in the vicinity. Also, does the temperature make a difference? If I turn the heat off if could get down to almost freezing at night. Thanks for any help. Rusty Nelson

02-13-2011, 09:40 PM	#2
criswellnk Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Detroit Posts: 288	Re: Evapo Rust question I have used Evapo-Rust for a variety of different parts, with great results. I have used it in the garage, shop and in the basement with no ill effects. It is a great product. __________________ *"Son, there are two ways to do this, your way and the right way." Thanks dad.* Looking for a copy or reprint of 1932 A.E.A. Universal Catalog of Genuine Electrical Service Parts

02-13-2011, 09:45 PM	#3
TinCup Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: OKC / Tonkawa, Ok. Posts: 1,977	Re: Evapo Rust question I am amazed everytime I use this stuff. No fumes no toxics. The worse they are the longer you should leave them alone. I put some parts away and came back 3 days later and all the rust was gone and the parts were undamaged.

02-13-2011, 10:05 PM	#4
RonC Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 1,869	Re: Evapo Rust question It's not an acid. http://www.evaporust.com/docs/evaporust.pdf

02-14-2011, 01:46 AM	#6
Steve Plucker BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Walla Walla, Washington USA Posts: 6,066	Re: Evapo Rust question Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I wonder why Home Depot or Lowe's do not carry this stuff? Where can it be purchased? Thanks. Pluck

02-14-2011, 03:38 PM	#9
Job Junior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Port Hadlock, WA Posts: 28	Re: Evapo Rust question Hi, One part of your question still not answered is will it work in the cold. No it will not. Super,fantastic stuff but it slows down in its ability to remove rust the colder it gets. Evaporust can and does freeze. I have a block of Evaporust with parts waiting for warmer weather in the barn right now. If you can't find a local retailer who sells it Evaporust is sold direct by the manufacturer. Thats how I started buying it, now I can get it local. Currently searching for the perfect container to derust wheels! Happy derusting, Job

02-14-2011, 03:41 PM	#10
RonC Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 1,869	Re: Evapo Rust question Tractor Supply sells it too. http://www.tractorsupply.com/vehicle...1-gal--1340932

02-14-2011, 10:03 PM	#11
redmodelt Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Portland OR Posts: 6,458	Re: Evapo Rust question Read or call the maker. It can only remove and hold so much rust. The rust stays suspended and once it has absorbed X amount that's all it will hold and working time will slow down and/or stop. Any parts put in it must be de-greased, it is a organic compound and grease effects it's working. When it's fresh and new it works great.

02-14-2011, 10:45 PM	#12
Cool Hand Lurker Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: So Minn Posts: 1,583	Re: Evapo Rust question All of these rust removal processes work much better with some heat. Chemical reaction or bacterial action. Below 50 it really slows down, optimum temp is probably around 90 without danger.