Subject: RE: 69/70 ambo project fun
Author: Zerhackermann
Date: Mar 5, 2002, 12:35 PM
Post ID: 1709783103
Basically you take a plastic tub and mix in a tablespoon of lye to 1
gal. of water (add lye to water not the other way around, wear goggles
and gloves) connect you battery charger to the rusty bit and a solid
steel object. Submerge both. Set them close together but *not* touching.
Turn on the charger. It should bubble something like alka-seltzer. I had
to crank up to the starting cycle for a few seconds and then down to the
12 volt 10 amp cycle to get it started. Let it sit for a couple hours.
Kill the charger, scrub the part with a wire brush and repeat. Often
rotating the part because only the side nearest the steel rod get
worked. I was too cautious to let the stuff sit running over night. I
would only do it when I was in the shop doing other things. Took about a
half dozen sessions to get the tail light mount clean enough to finish
with a scrub pad. Doesn't add any metal, but it does remove the rust.
I'm trying to find the original document.
Probably not worth the effort on bolts and nuts or chromed parts.
Attempt at your own risk. This does involve harsh chemicals,
electricity.
-----Original Message-----
From: Chris Berry [mailto:guzzis-@hotmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 05, 2002 11:22 AM
To: Loopfram-@topica.com
Subject: RE: 69/70 ambo project fun
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What is this method? I'd like to know...got lots of rusty bolts and
pieces that need restoring. Chris in Nc
.... If you find a badly rusted bit, don't toss it, I found
| a cool recovery method. Doesn't replace the rusted away metal, but it did turn my naaaasty crusty tail light mount into a usable item. I'm up in Snohomish. Holler if you need a hand. -----Original Message----- From: Allan Bagley [mailto:bagpe-@earthlink.net] Sent: Monday, March 04, 2002 9:56 PM To: Loopfram-@topica.com Subject: 69/70 ambo project fun ============================================================ Do you need a new computer but don't seem to have the money to buy one? Check us out...With MyComputerClub.com you can buy a new computer NOW and pay for it later. No credit Checks - No credit turndowns! New Computers from $38/month http://click.topica.com/caaahZYb1dfltb2c9oVa/PlayersVacationClub ============================================================ <<Managed to move the spare block from parts storage to the bench and begin <<tearing it apart. Amazing how heavy those %$#@! get when you are recovering <<from sprained wrists and a separated shoulder. Who are you using for your frame? What type of powder coat? I just finished stripping parts off mine yesterday. All but the head bearing races. (which, unfortunately are in bad shape) Does anyone do anything to protect the swing arm threads in the frame at the coaters? I need the muffler/passenger peg tabs welded up on mine. Any one have a source |
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