Thread: Cog rust
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Old 03-11-2018, 02:38 PM   #2
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Default Re: Cog rust

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Originally Posted by Mad Mac View Post
How do you get light light surface rust from gear cogs without damaging the hardening? Is bead-blasting OK?

With cogs/gears in place on machine:

I use an assortment of brass brushes, both hand and drill driven. No damage that way. After cleaning that way, I apply a rust converter and after that I apply a lube. Not a speedy method, but effective.


If you are in a hurry, you can remove gears and develop a safe process.
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