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Smokin72on20s · 10-07-2004, 10:11 PM

well i picked up some naval jelly, but not for my bolts, but for some areas on my parts that are hard to get to with a sander. so i just use like a paint brush to apply the naval jelly? it says on the bottle to let it sit for 15 mins?

gonebad2 · 10-07-2004, 10:22 PM

Many parts suppliers sell new bolts for about a quarter a bolt for body bolts. The last batch I bought came from Ricks Pickup Parts.

Fred T · 10-08-2004, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Smokin72on20s

well i picked up some naval jelly, but not for my bolts, but for some areas on my parts that are hard to get to with a sander. so i just use like a paint brush to apply the naval jelly? it says on the bottle to let it sit for 15 mins?

A chip brush (cheap, china bristle paint brush) works great. I watch the Harbor Freight ads and buy them on sale. Usually get a box of 1" brushes for about $5.

Fred T · 10-08-2004, 02:51 AM

Here are links to some "low tech" rust removal.

Electrolysis
Molasses

68LSS1 · 10-08-2004, 04:04 AM

Like previously stated you'll want to think about corrosion protection if you clean those bolts. Stainless is the way I'm going but Eastwood has some kits to Tin-Zinc plate or OEM type "blackening" kits that may be a option for you. If you go to the local home supply/hardware store you can pick up cheaper Grade 5 SS hardware. Just carry a magnet with you. If it sticks it is low quality and should probably pass on it.

BrianJordan · 10-08-2004, 04:23 AM

i sand blast then use naval jelly. the naval jelly leaves a protective coating then paint.

Smokin72on20s · 10-08-2004, 02:40 PM

i thought you are supposed to wash the naval jelly off after you let it set for a little while? i am just going to use naval jelly for hard to get to rust spots on parts, and i am just going to replace my old bolts with new stainless ones.

BrianJordan · 10-08-2004, 04:52 PM

yes you are supposed to wash it off , ijust for got to say that.

10-07-2004, 10:11 PM	#26
Smokin72on20s Ebay Junky Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CO Posts: 893	well i picked up some naval jelly, but not for my bolts, but for some areas on my parts that are hard to get to with a sander. so i just use like a paint brush to apply the naval jelly? it says on the bottle to let it sit for 15 mins? __________________ 1972 CHEVY C-10 SWB 2WD - Possible Typhoon 4.3 turbo drivetrain.. 1983 Chevy c10 swb 2wd - possible 350tbi supercharged...

10-07-2004, 10:22 PM	#27
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	Many parts suppliers sell new bolts for about a quarter a bolt for body bolts. The last batch I bought came from Ricks Pickup Parts. __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul!

10-08-2004, 02:51 AM	#29
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	Here are links to some "low tech" rust removal. Electrolysis Molasses __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

10-08-2004, 04:04 AM	#30
68LSS1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Tampa Posts: 1,191	Like previously stated you'll want to think about corrosion protection if you clean those bolts. Stainless is the way I'm going but Eastwood has some kits to Tin-Zinc plate or OEM type "blackening" kits that may be a option for you. If you go to the local home supply/hardware store you can pick up cheaper Grade 5 SS hardware. Just carry a magnet with you. If it sticks it is low quality and should probably pass on it. __________________ '68 Short Step LS1/T56, Hydratech, Fatman Fabrications Stage III, Baer, Hot Rods to Hell, US Body, S&W, etc

10-08-2004, 02:40 PM	#32
Smokin72on20s Ebay Junky Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CO Posts: 893	i thought you are supposed to wash the naval jelly off after you let it set for a little while? i am just going to use naval jelly for hard to get to rust spots on parts, and i am just going to replace my old bolts with new stainless ones. __________________ 1972 CHEVY C-10 SWB 2WD - Possible Typhoon 4.3 turbo drivetrain.. 1983 Chevy c10 swb 2wd - possible 350tbi supercharged...

10-08-2004, 04:23 AM	#31
BrianJordan Iron Thunder Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Phoenix Arizona Posts: 377	i sand blast then use naval jelly. the naval jelly leaves a protective coating then paint.

10-08-2004, 04:52 PM	#33
BrianJordan Iron Thunder Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Phoenix Arizona Posts: 377	yes you are supposed to wash it off , ijust for got to say that.



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