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Rust removal
Posted: Sun Sep 10, 2017 8:10 pm
by bbuddyb
I just got my first scooter! And it came complete with just a bit of rust. I was able to remove it with lemon juice, a tiny bit of foil, and water. Is there anything I can do to prevent more rust from forming? I keep it covered in a garage and my area isn't terribly humid. Thanks!
Posted: Sun Sep 10, 2017 9:54 pm
by Yalzin
Keep any bare metal bits painted. Wash the bike regularly - a clean bike is a happy bike (side note: my bike is not a happy bike right now >_>).
The third thing you can do is come riding with me some time, I just moved to the East Bay ;D
Posted: Mon Sep 11, 2017 4:47 am
by babblefish
Painted areas with chips should be kept waxed. A coat of WD40 on bare metal will help keep it from rusting. Reapply after washing.
Rust removal
Posted: Mon Sep 11, 2017 5:50 pm
by bbuddyb
Thanks, everyone! And welcome to the east bay, Yalzin.
Posted: Wed Sep 13, 2017 2:14 am
by EricV
ACF-50 is an anti corrosion spray that the riders in the UK swear by. Clean everything, spray the bike down with ACF-50, ride. Next time you clean, repeat the process. Great stuff for keeping corrosion from starting.
Walmart, Amazon, etc carry it, though it may be hard to find just walking in to a shop. It's WD-40 on steroids that doesn't evaporate, but rather leaves a more lasting film.
LINKY to Walmart listing
Rust removal
Posted: Wed Sep 13, 2017 2:45 pm
by Ootscoot
I find that the only areas with rust on my Buddy are the mirrors. I use fine steel wool to remove and apply wax to protect.
Posted: Thu Sep 14, 2017 6:46 am
by ronfer
I like using Boeshield T9. This stuff is made to prevent corrosion on airplanes.
Rust removal
Posted: Tue Sep 19, 2017 8:17 pm
by bbuddyb
Thanks, everyone!