[Boatanchors] Chassis Cleaning

[Al Parker]

hi Mark,
    Sounds like you're really getting into it.  What's the chemical makeup
of the "Klean Strip Rust Remover"?  You need to watch most of those things
cuz they'll get into the crevasses, like under rivets, etc, and if it's not
rinsed extra well will cause corrosion & grounding problems.
73,
Al, W8UT

----- Original Message -----
From: "Mark Bell" <bell@blazenet.net>
Subject: [Boatanchors] Chassis Cleaning
> Over the years I've tried various things to remove pitted rust from
> chassis, and have acheivied various results.
>
> One of my "in progress" radios is an HQ-170 that has pitted rust
> over the entire chassis.    I tried some new products this time and
> have been impressed with the results.
>
> First, I clean with Isopropyl Alchohol and then rubbing compound if
> ncesssary.  That yields a clean chassis, but is very marginal about
> removing pitted rust etc.  Now the new stuff.  I then apply a coating of
> "Klean Strip Rust Remover", let dry, and wash off as per instructions.
> Then I apply one or two coats of "Never-Dull" metal polish.   I've been
> impressed  with the results.  The pitted rust is removed and the
> chassis is bright and shiny.
>
> The Rust Remover is available a Wal-Mart, and I got the Never Dull
> at my local hardware store.
>
> 73 Mark K3ZX