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Old 26-07-2004, 04:11 AM
Father Haskell
 
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Default taking care of tools (j)

Kilroy Bass wrote:

how do you take care of your tools? I notice that my tools, such as my
anvil lopper and shears rust easily if they are placed in the garage. I don't
have another place where I can store those tools.

is there a spray that would prevent them from rust?

what would be a solution to prevent rust?


Wipe down with a rag soaked in any sort of NON-DRYING oil, such
as used motor oil. Once every 6 or so months, and you're done.

Drying oils (such as linseed) work too, but the rags present a
spontaneous combustion hazard, since "drying" really means oxidation
(which means heat). Store the rag in a jar if only for neatness' sake.