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tobytyke:
My latest project turned up today
Might need a little more work than anticipated to remove the rust
I am reluctant tbh to get it Re-chromed as I've heard it can be abit hit & miss
& could obviously be costly if the finish is not the best

If all else fails it will get powdered along with the bars

What is the crack with these Oxy / Vinegar baths
Also coke, foil, etc etc ??  :-\

Cheers..., Lee  ;)

stidds:
An oxy bath will eat away at the rust and leave a bare metal finish, it doesn't damage/affect the chrome at all.

tobytyke:
What will I need exactly ??? Water &  :LolLolLolLol: :LolLolLolLol:

Lee

Rodgy1970:
Oxalic acid, citric acid or phosphoric acid all do the job and all available on ebay.

I've used oxalic acid and had some great results, as Stidds says removes the rust and not the chrome and will get into all the nooks and crannies which coke and tin foil doesn't and it's messy to use, vinegar works but it stinks.

Not tried citric acid or phosphoric acid yet.

I use it outside as it gives off fumes and wear gloves as it will really irritate your skin.

This was 25g per 100ml, I also had good results using 250g to 5l

BENDYCAT ELEVENTEEN:
got links to whast we should be looking for and buying please  :angel:

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