How to keep tools from rusting
06-06-2013, 12:17 PM
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How to keep tools from rusting
My tools and box are in the garage and ive noticed some surface rust on some of them. I have a couple thousand dollars in tools and hate to see them get rusty. Does anyone know of any tricks to keep rust from forming. I know people say just use them or WD 40 but i dont want my tools being greasy.
06-06-2013, 08:33 PM
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Depending on The finish a good Metal polish may do the trick though some tools aren't polish friendly.I should be able to give you a better answer , I worked at Snap On for some time , My Dad retired from there after 30+ years and my daughter currently works there.
06-06-2013, 08:39 PM
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If you use your tools and your hands are greasy, they stay oiled up. If you constantly keep all traces of oil from tools that are not straight-up stainless steel, they will rust. It's not a showcase, it's a toolbox. Leaving a little oil and grease on tools means they last longer and work better because they are not rustee.