« previous next »
Pages: 1 2 [3]   Go Down

Author Topic: I tried the Molasses method for derusting a tank  (Read 10410 times)

0 Members and 2 Guests are viewing this topic.

Offline CycleRanger

  • No comment about being an
  • Really Old Timer ...
  • *******
  • Posts: 5,439
  • Central Texas Shop Manual Advocate
Re: I tried the Molasses method for derusting a tank
« Reply #50 on: September 06, 2010, 08:27:18 PM »
Leave it in there a few more days and you can make rum!  ;)
Logged
Do you have a copy of the Honda Shop Manual or Parts List for your bike? Get one here:
https://www.honda4fun.com/materiale/documentazione-tecnica
CB750K5        '79 XL250s     CL350K3
CB750K3        '76 XS650      '76 CJ360T

Offline Terry in Australia

  • Really Old Timer ...
  • *******
  • Posts: 33,321
  • So, what do ya wanna talk about today?
Re: I tried the Molasses method for derusting a tank
« Reply #51 on: September 06, 2010, 08:41:08 PM »
Quote from: CycleRanger on September 06, 2010, 08:27:18 PM
Leave it in there a few more days and you can make rum!  ;)

Mmmmmmnnn, yummy! ;D
Logged
I was feeling sorry for myself because I couldn't afford new bike boots, until I met a man with no legs.

So I said, "Hey mate, you haven't got any bike boots you don't need, do you?"

"Crazy is a very misunderstood term, it's a fine line that some of us can lean over and still keep our balance" (thanks RB550Four)

Offline TwoTired

  • Really Old Timer ...
  • *******
  • Posts: 21,805
Re: I tried the Molasses method for derusting a tank
« Reply #52 on: September 06, 2010, 09:36:54 PM »
Quote from: frankenbike on September 06, 2010, 07:15:31 PM
Has anyone tried to do the electrolysis IN the molasses solution? Two rust fighters at the same time? Why not? I will try.

Molasses is acidic, which means it eats good metal along with the rust.  Electrolysis only removes the rust from good metal.
Logged
Lloyd... (SOHC4 #11 Original Mail List)
72 500, 74 550, 75 550K, 75 550F, 76 550F, 77 550F X2, 78 550K, 77 750F X2, 78 750F, 79CX500, 85 700SC, GL1100

Those that learn from history are doomed to repeat it by those that don't learn from history.

Offline rangelov

  • Enthusiast
  • **
  • Posts: 140
  • The Dual Disc Conversion Speedometer Driver
Re: I tried the Molasses method for derusting a tank
« Reply #53 on: September 06, 2010, 10:36:18 PM »
Quote from: frankenbike on September 06, 2010, 07:15:31 PM
Has anyone tried to do the electrolysis IN the molasses solution? Two rust fighters at the same time? Why not? I will try.

frankenbike subscribes to the theory that more is better and too much is just right.
« Last Edit: September 13, 2010, 07:50:22 AM by rangelov »
Logged
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=76835
-----------------------------------------------
CB750K4, Boss maroon metallic, 836cc, RC Engrg 4 into 1, Forks by Frank, air assisted front forks,  JC Whitney 16" rear.

Offline FrankenFrankenstuff

  • Master
  • *****
  • Posts: 2,396
    • FrankenBike Stuff Store
Re: I tried the Molasses method for derusting a tank
« Reply #54 on: September 07, 2010, 07:07:08 AM »
Quote from: rangelov on September 06, 2010, 10:36:18 PM
Quote from: frankenbike on September 06, 2010, 07:15:31 PM
Has anyone tried to do the electrolysis IN the molasses solution? Two rust fighters at the same time? Why not? I will try.

frankenbike subscribes to thevtheory that more is better and too much is just right.

 ;D ;D ;D No kidding, i am freaking nuts. Just like coming up with new problems AND new solutions.
Logged

Offline rangelov

  • Enthusiast
  • **
  • Posts: 140
  • The Dual Disc Conversion Speedometer Driver
Re: I tried the Molasses method for derusting a tank
« Reply #55 on: September 13, 2010, 07:52:01 AM »
Being Gonzo can be a good thing.

You forgot.  You also come up with solutions to old problems.
Logged
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=76835
-----------------------------------------------
CB750K4, Boss maroon metallic, 836cc, RC Engrg 4 into 1, Forks by Frank, air assisted front forks,  JC Whitney 16" rear.

Offline FrankenFrankenstuff

  • Master
  • *****
  • Posts: 2,396
    • FrankenBike Stuff Store
Re: I tried the Molasses method for derusting a tank
« Reply #56 on: September 13, 2010, 07:08:34 PM »
I did an experimant with a sodium hydroxide product for cleaning a/c coils. Works great on a surface rust and removed paint. Bit sketchy though. It is supposed to be biodegradible, but very corrosive?
Logged
Pages: 1 2 [3]   Go Up
« previous next »