Dnorris1369 Posted August 30, 2015 Report Share Posted August 30, 2015 I found a couple discussions on this about different products being used. I'm wondering if my procedure is incorrect. I have a new saw stop and already getting rust on it. My usual steps Scotch Brite pad Mineral spirits the. Wipe dry Boeshield. Let sit few minutes then wipe off Wax buff on. Let sit for 5mins or so then wipe off This doesn't seem to be working and tips on products and/or techniques. Thanks Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted August 30, 2015 Report Share Posted August 30, 2015 I would wipe off the Boeshield and let it dry overnight then buff wax ect. That stuff kinda remains sticky in my opinion. Make sure it's really dry before buffing . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beechwood Chip Posted August 30, 2015 Report Share Posted August 30, 2015 I just use paste wax, but for me the trick is that every time I use the machine, i give it a quick wipe down with my paste wax rag. I don't add any more wax, I just use the same rag. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
estesbubba Posted August 30, 2015 Report Share Posted August 30, 2015 CRC 3-36 is better than Boeshield, easier to use, and way cheaper. Apply a thin coat and by next morning you have a slick surface ready to use. Here is how I prepare cast iron. Spray with WD40 and use HF finish sander with green Scotchbrite. Clean off using mineral spirits and paper towels. Apply CRC 3-36 and let dry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaneymack Posted August 30, 2015 Report Share Posted August 30, 2015 One important thing that alot of people overlook is keeping sawdust and your greasy hands off the cast iron. I am anal with wiping my tops down with my horse hair brush. The dust holds mositure so if you dont keep the dust off the tops they will rust quicker. When my kids come in the shop and put their greasy little fingers on one of my tops i get out the wd40 and wash it. I then give a spritz of T9 and wait 10 mins. I wipe that off and hit it with some paste. I do not have a spot of rust on any of my cast iron. It is very humid here in the summer so it seems to be working. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnorris1369 Posted August 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2015 You don't use any wax with the crc? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minorhero Posted August 30, 2015 Report Share Posted August 30, 2015 Paste Wax is superior protection but obviously easily abraided. Depending on how often you use the machine and what type of environment (ie close to salt water?) you will need to apply it more often or not. I apply once or twice a year to a machine that is used rarely and apply once or twice a month on machines that are used all the time. But it stops rust completely. My guess is you are in a very humid climate if you are getting rust with your current scheme. Dump the bioshield, go with the wax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnorris1369 Posted August 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2015 Thanks for all the good tips. I've heard of the crc before I'll try that also. It's pretty humid in nc. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
estesbubba Posted August 31, 2015 Report Share Posted August 31, 2015 You don't use any wax with the crc? Sent from my iPad using TapatalkDon't use wax. A light coating of CRC and you're done! My shop was 75-80% humidity all summer and no problems. 1/4 of the price of T9:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00192EX10?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cliff Posted August 31, 2015 Report Share Posted August 31, 2015 I used wax, every few days. Here in IL the humidity has caused a ton of rust on the saw and both of my planes. I switched to CRC. Just coated everything. Then again a week later. I'm not currently using any equip while I work on drywall so I haven't had a chance to stop and get the rust off from the rest but the CRC has made it so it isn't getting worse, so I am hopeful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryMcK Posted August 31, 2015 Report Share Posted August 31, 2015 If the rust is very localized I go wet and dry sandpaper with mineral spirits, Boeshield, leave for a while wipe of residue then paste wax on top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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