I’ve got a take-down bow and thanks to the high humidity here there’s some rust that’s formed on the screws that hold the arms of the bow in place. What’s the best way to get rid of the rust? It’s mostly on the rough edges of the head of the screws – they’re big ones that are meant to be screwed in by hand.
I don’t really know anything about de rusting things, and all web searches have turned up is people trying to sell me anti rust paint :).
I’d try rubbing them gently with a mild abrasive pad (fine steel wool or white Scotchbrite) and WD40.
Try http://www.shorechemical.com/Section%207%20Tech%20Sheets/naval_jelly.htm
Naval jelly got the rust off my engine block before I painted it.
Using a wire brush to remove the surface scale rust, and then scrubbing with ZUD (a cleanser specifically formulated to remove rust, available at most hardware stores) should bring the surface of the metal clean enough for you.
Storing with a few pieces of chalk, to absorb moisture, may prevent a recurrence. Replace the chalk when it starts getting gooey.
Thanks a lot!
To prevent recurrance I’m planning on making myself a cool little carrying case for it and chucking some sillicon packets in.
Phosphoric acid is pretty useful-- but I’d remove the screws first.
If you are going to take the screws out, here is a procedure that works amazingly well:
Note: You can get naval jelly at most home improvement stores. I got mine at Home Depot: completely refurbished the hinges on my outside screen door. Works like a charm.
Gentle, rhythmic stroking motions.
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