Iron -Out

Pat H. · Jul 21, 2008

Has anyone ever heard of or thought of using Iron-Out which is used to remove rust from water softener brine tanks, dishwashers, sinks, and toilet bowls to free a seized engine? I have read about vinegar, Mystery Oil, transmission fluid, brake cleaner, WD-40, PB Blaster, 50% diesel fuel/50% motor oil, and Kroyl but wondered if anyone has used Iron-Out. I do know that it completely removes rust from porcelain or plastic containers but wondered if it would work on metal as well. What are your opinions?

Nikolas Britton · Jul 22, 2008

If you need to remove rust from steel / iron use electrolysis... All you really need to do this is a car battery charger and ARM & HAMMER Super Washing Soda (sodium carbonate). You should be able to find this product with the other laundry detergents. I know Cub Foods stocks this product, that's where I bought my last box from.

Anyhow, you can learn more about it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZhTZkvkivDQ

One thing I should advise is never use a stainless steel electrode. The problem with using stainless steel is it contains chromium. As the electrodes are consumed you end up with poisonous chromates in your electrolyte. Dumping these on the ground or down the drain is illegal, and repeated exposure to these compounds will give you cancer.

Pat H. · Jul 22, 2008

Thanks for your response. It was the only one I got and definitely was most insightful and helpful.

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