WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO STOP YOUR GEAR RUSTING??

Posted: Sun Nov 26, 2006 11:32 pm

i wash my gear down every time i use it, but my rod and reel are still rusting, any one no any good tricks? i tryed wd40 but its still rusting,,

Posted: Sun Nov 26, 2006 11:54 pm

Bit expensive, but on Motorbikes we use something called ACF50 - it's a spray that creates a protective film stopping oxidisation, esp for good for us Winter Bikers.

Posted: Mon Nov 27, 2006 1:26 pm

Rinse the gear off with warm water (A shower is ideal) and allow it to 'air dry' before packing away.

Guest

I'd agree with Viffer. Another problem us winter motorcyclists have is cold welding between alloy parts. This is caused when two different alloys come together in caontact with a salt. To combat this, we use copperease which is a grease with copper particles in that stops this from happening. I've coated up all my screws and moving parts with it.

Guest

Just re-read this and I'd like to add that I agree with MJB aswell! While coatings and specialist greases can help protect your gear, there is no substitute for a good wash down when you get home.

Posted: Mon Nov 27, 2006 4:48 pm

Without wishing to sound kinky....... Try a thin film of vaseline mate... It does keep things nicely coated and will protect your rod.. :lol:

Guest

Are you supposed to clean your gear then? It's only the salt that's holding my gear together :lol:

concrete.

Posted: Mon Nov 27, 2006 7:23 pm

I use the "improved" version of WD40 called TF2 which I also use on my push bike. It contains teflon which of course is slippery and water repellant and some other additives. It is perfect for keeping push bike parts lubricated/water free without attracting too much dirt and that is why I got it in the first place. I now use it on my rod rings and reels because it seems to do a good job there too. I suppose roughly every 6 weeks, especially in the winter, I give everything a rinse in warm water to get rid of the salt then a spray with the old TF2 - a big can for £3.50 lasts for years.
Enjoy

Member Joined: Apr 17, 2006 Posts: 25

i would use bike spray it is a water disperser/lubricant

Posted: Mon Nov 27, 2006 8:57 pm

Unfortunately my moving parts rusted up years ago and screws are now non-existent, so be warned.

Guest

I've always sworn by warm soapy water followed by WD40 once dry. I also ensure gear is kept somewhere warm and dry when not in use

Posted: Tue Nov 28, 2006 2:39 pm

use some1 else's gear.lol

Guest

If you get your wife to rub your gear with vaseline the results can be quite exciting :lol: