Sanding disc

[dusty]

I have found that Boeshield T-9 works very well after you get the rust off. Spray on a heavy coat and let it dry. Wipe down and then wax.

http://www.amazon.com/Boeshield-T-9-Wat ... B0000DD1DV

Have you tried the non-aerosol product?

Non-aerosol products? I think the answer is yes. What is soap and water or mineral spirits.

[Bruce]

I was referring to the Boeshield.

[dusty]

I was referring to the Boeshield.

Okay. I did not know that there was a non-aerosol Boeshield. I stand corrected.

[ddub]

for removal of the rust, I would use electrolysis. I have a 35 gallon set up going, but not everyone needs one that large. LOL Cheap to set up and works, just let it do it's thing. Key is to use a old school battery charger. Smart chargers need not apply and do not work unless you put a battery in the system for them to charge.

Battery charger, tub, anode Arm and Hammer soap, and a electrode. You are in business!

Electrolysis does not remove any good metal or leave scratches.

http://www.rickswoodshopcreations.com/m ... emoval.htm

This is a old 5 gallon pressure pot that I rescued. It is from the 40's and had been neglected for a LONG time.......

A before picture of the pot.



Picture in action. Since I was cleaning the inside of it, the pot was the container.


Picture of the "anode" after the fact.



Finished with an epoxy coating on the bottom.

[Ohgary]

I would do as Charlese has advised and I would NOT paint the disks. I would probably use steel wool rather than sand paper to get rid of the rust if possible.

I have been told not to use steel wool as microscopic particles will be embedded in the surface and will begin to rust right away. Anyone else hear that? Scotchbrite or wet/dry sandpaper is sometimes recommended.

Gary

[jsburger]

I would do as Charlese has advised and I would NOT paint the disks. I would probably use steel wool rather than sand paper to get rid of the rust if possible.

I have been told not to use steel wool as microscopic particles will be embedded in the surface and will begin to rust right away. Anyone else hear that? Scotchbrite or wet/dry sandpaper is sometimes recommended.

Gary

I have never heard of that although in theory someone could come to that conclusion. In practice I doubt it is a concern since steel wool has been used forever. I use sand paper depending on the grit I need to remove the initial rust. Then wet/dry in 400 then 600 grit and then 0000 steel wool to finish. Never had a problem with rust. The steel wool is not always necessary depending on the finish you are trying to end up with.

Steel wool is used to polish wood finishes that are way more soft than metal and would allow particles to be imbedded in the finish. No complaints there that I have ever heard of.

[wrmnfzy]

The only warning I've ever been told was not to use steel wool if you are going to put a water based finish over the surface afterwards.

[Ohgary]

I would do as Charlese has advised and I would NOT paint the disks. I would probably use steel wool rather than sand paper to get rid of the rust if possible.

I have been advised not to use steel wool to polish metal since tiny fibers will break off, imbed themselves and begin to rust right away. These fibers will even cause stainless steel to rust. I have been told Scotchbrite or wet/dry sandpaper would be better. Any one else heard this?

[Ohgary]

Sorry for the multiple posts. When the first ones didn't show up I figured I messed the posting up. Are these posts moderated before they go up?

[JPG]

Sorry for the multiple posts. When the first ones didn't show up I figured I messed the posting up. Are these posts moderated before they go up?

No they are not 'moderated' thus introducing a delay. I have no explanation re it not showing up since the two were separated by a considerable length of time.

Sometimes there are internet delays that lead to one submitting twice in succession. When that happens, one can remove one if done so quickly.

As for the steel wool, I seriously doubt the steel wool embedding into the steel disk. Now painting over a steel wooled surface without removing any loose remnants could lead to bleeding through paint.