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Fri Jan 05 2018 03:38 PM
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My son wants to know the best way to clean and remove rust from an old license plate without removing existing paint. I suggested electrolysis. Any better suggestions ? Thanks, Dave
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Bar Keepers friend I use on rust. Just take it slow and try before rubbing to hard.
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Ive been having pretty good luck with Naval Jelly. I just kind of rediscovered it. Try it. Put it on thick and let it sit for about fifteen minutes. Then scrub it around with a tooth brush. Then rinse.Seal with Sani-wax or similar.
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I used that stuff 35 years ago on cast iron bubble gum machine parts. I bought it from an ad in Hemmings Motor News. LOL Thanks Jim. Dave
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Try this stuff from Home Depot, Dave. Not sold at Lowes. http://www.kleanstrip.com/product/phosphoric-prep-etchApply, gently agitate, rinse off after 5-10 minutes. Repeat as needed. Too many times or too long and it will remove the paint as well. Good luck! Dave
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Thanks for the tip ! Great to hear from you. Dave
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Finished product.."Rustoration". Painted tag and highlighted letters with sponge brush. Nothing serious. Dave
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Long time no see, Dave! Hope you are well, my friend! Dave
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Metal rescue is another one I use
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Hey Dr. Dave...still here in the same spot. Good to hear from you. Come see us. Dave
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