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Soak it in whisky it really helps, brain or chain whats the difference.
Philbert's Chain Salvage Challenge
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I know it is off topic. Phosphoric acid like in cola products , the phosphorus replace calcium in the bones. The clear soda or pop or carbonated beverages have ascorbic acid.
Phosphoric acid is present in many rust-removal products. It reacts with iron oxide (rust) to form Iron phosphate, a black compound that actually protects the steel beneath from further corrosion.
While ascorbic acid is added as a flavorant in many beverages, so is the phosphoric acid. The main acidic component of most sodas is the carbonic acid, formed under pressure in the can with CO² and water.
While ascorbic acid is added as a flavorant in many beverages, so is the phosphoric acid. The main acidic component of most sodas is the carbonic acid, formed under pressure in the can with CO² and water.
WOW! I came here to learn about chainsaw problem solving, and get a completely meaningless rant from "Bob Nye".
If you spent less time being snide and a little more time trying to learn something, you would have realized that the presence only of minute quantities of phosphoric acid and vitamin C in Coke might explain why it doesn't work worth a crap on removing the rust from chainsaw chains. It might, however, add a rust inhibitive layer to the chain, once you are done descaling it.
I'm sorry I didn't dumb it down for you so that you could understand. I'll try harder next time. In the meanwhile, try to understand that you aren't the only person that will be reading this thread. Also, I suggest you read the bottom line of my signature below. Let me know if you can't see it.
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I'm sorry I didn't dumb it down for you so that you could understand. I'll try harder next time. In the meanwhile, try to understand that you aren't the only person that will be reading this thread. Also, I suggest you read the bottom line of my signature below. Let me know if you can't see it.
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Irregardless of the politics of this thread. Philberts experiment/challenge was alot of fun and I was amazed at how it revived a 50+ year old rusty chain. I will be using vinegar alot more around the house to clean rust off of tools.
For chain, clamp the drive link only in the jaws of a vise, and tap the adjacent link with a cushioned hammer, or using a block of wood to protect it from damage.
Deep rust, or rust affecting the rivets, can lead to chain breakage.
Philbert
That's what I was thinking but was hoping for more info or clarification. Thanks for sharing your knowledge philbert! Much appreciated!!!
Yep, which is why I made the comment early that if it's severely rusted I would pitch it. Not worth the risk.
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Bill Nye
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I am equally amazed. I never figured vinegar would have any effect.
No doubt would be a good science fair project for anyones kid.
Sorry man.
As promised, I'm trying to a avoid creating any confusion with Science Guy or issue any dissertations.
As promised, I'm trying to a avoid creating any confusion with Science Guy or issue any dissertations.
This photo is from Post #112 in this thread. The first 10 pages, or so, focused on rust because that is what people were sending me.
Use light taps (or cushion with a wooden block), then work the link back-and-forth, adding light, penetrating oil.
Philbert
Thanks philbert. I read alot of pages in your thread. I appreciate you reposting this one for us guys salvaging vintage and obsolete chain.
BrettS
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WOW! I came here to read about chains and get a rant from ole "captain bruce" who thinks his shi t don't stink...
Wow.
