Rust Prevention? What do you do to prevent rust from forming on a 1-2 year old car? [more inside]
posted by saradarlin on Nov 6, 2009 - 8 answers

Are there any preventative measures, leaving aside driving the car every day, that will prevent my brakes from rusting like mad? [more inside]
posted by Cold Lurkey on Sep 16, 2009 - 12 answers

A ten percent solution of water and molasses is an effective, thorough, but slow way of removing rust from ferrous metals. When the rust/molasses/water has set for a while, you can burn your skin if you are not using gloves. What reaction turns mild mannered molasses, the soul of my baked beans, so nasty?
posted by Raybun on Sep 10, 2009 - 6 answers

My decade-old dishwasher's racks have started to rust through some blemishes in their protective coating. Can/should I fix this? [more inside]
posted by themel on Aug 2, 2009 - 6 answers

House help! What kind of metal; and how do I stop it from rusting? [more inside]
posted by SirStan on Aug 2, 2009 - 10 answers

Do I need new bike wheels? [more inside]
posted by thecaddy on May 16, 2009 - 12 answers

My outside metal door is rusting. Is there a quick fix or do I need to sand, prime and repaint? The rust is more of a discoloration than deep rust.
posted by boby on May 16, 2009 - 6 answers

I bought a bicycle that's twice as old as I am and it needs some cosmetic work. [more inside]
posted by backseatpilot on May 7, 2009 - 7 answers

I need advice on taking care of rust on a Volkswagen! [more inside]
posted by Brocktoon on Apr 18, 2009 - 11 answers

How do you clean hard water rust stains from plastic and rubber? The fridge front door where you get water and ice has nasty brown stains on the rubber levers and plastic drip tray.
posted by hardbop on Jan 25, 2009 - 10 answers

My 2006 Audi A4 is having ignition coil problems. And the dealer is saying because it's water damage related, it's not covered under warranty. I have NOT had the engine cleaned. I have NOT driven into a lake and I live in California where rain is minimal. Help me to not be screwed. [more inside]
posted by rileyray3000 on Dec 26, 2008 - 11 answers

How would you make a well-running car or pickup truck look, smell, and/or sound like an eyesore/deathtrap/junker without affecting its real abilities or safety? [more inside]
posted by Skorgu on Oct 2, 2008 - 31 answers

What did the mildew remover leave in my tub? [more inside]
posted by messylissa on Aug 3, 2008 - 11 answers

I accidentally popped my pimple with a rusty pin. Ugh. How worried should I be? [more inside]
posted by Sock Muppet Acct! on May 31, 2008 - 19 answers

I have a gorgeous cast-iron mortar and pestle, that I use a lot for cooking. Unfortunately, it has some rust, especially on the bottom, probably from when it's washed and left to dry still slightly wet on its bottom. How should I: a) get rid of the present rust. b) avoid future rust. [more inside]
posted by signal on Dec 18, 2007 - 23 answers

I recently got one of my guitars out of its case to find the frets covered in green stuff, and small patches of rust on a few of them.... [more inside]
posted by chrissyboy on Dec 13, 2007 - 13 answers

This car is a '97 Toyota and it was was functioning well when parked. It had a flat tire and has been parked in my driveway for three weeks. When I went to change the flat today, I could not get the wheel off. To be clear, the lug nuts all came of relatively easily, but the rim seems to be melded/rusted onto the axle. What do I do? Crowbar? Chisel? Dynamite?
posted by OlderThanTOS on Nov 1, 2007 - 30 answers

Bicycle was locked outside (it's against the rules to bring it inside the apartment where I live). It rained, and the bicycle wasn't used for some time, and now the lock won't budge (it rusted, I think): key goes in, but doesn't turn. I tried WD-40 but it didn't work. Before I cut through the lock, are there any other solutions I could try?
posted by sailoreagle on Oct 30, 2007 - 21 answers

How can I clean a rusty can opener? [more inside]
posted by lemuria on Oct 7, 2007 - 16 answers

My car's paint is wearing off. I don't care about the cosmetic impact, but I'm worried about rust. What can I do myself (or have done cheaply) that will prevent further damage? [more inside]
posted by chrisamiller on Oct 7, 2007 - 12 answers

I just picked up an old Honda C-70 scooter and I'd like to get it shined up. Are there any places around Seattle that I can take it to and have the small bits of surface rust fixed and repainted/rechromed? [more inside]
posted by azuresunday on Sep 17, 2007 - 5 answers

AutoFilter: How to remove rust from on *top* of paint? [more inside]
posted by iguanapolitico on Sep 6, 2007 - 6 answers

What are your favorite heavy-duty cleaning products and super-cleaning secrets? [more inside]
posted by oflinkey on Jul 11, 2007 - 28 answers

Silverwarefilter: As much as I hate to waste a mefi question on this, but I feel I have to because it's driving me crazy. I have a set of stainless steel silverware and a set of cutlery also made of stainless steel (different brands/sets). We wash them in the dishwasher and they are constantly getting these orange like rust stains on them. How do I get rid of these? They can be rubbed off with some heavy scrubbing but I want the stains to stop recurring. Any ideas?
posted by wile e on Jun 25, 2007 - 9 answers

How can I make something I've fabricated out of cold rolled steel achieve a uniform patina of rust? [more inside]
posted by machaus on May 4, 2007 - 19 answers

What type of lubricant should I use on the hinges to the fire escape window bars? It is exposed to the outdoors. Also, should I use a penetrant to clean them beforehand?
posted by doctorcurly on Mar 19, 2007 - 5 answers

Oh god no, please help me if you know /anything/ about steel. I have ruined my sword. [more inside]
posted by Skyanth on Sep 5, 2006 - 11 answers

GrillFilter: Is my grill becoming rusty after 3 weeks of use, or am I overreacting? [more inside]
posted by emptybowl on May 30, 2006 - 15 answers

Should I be concerned about excessive rust in my apartment's water supply? [more inside]
posted by helios on Jan 3, 2006 - 7 answers

How do I keep everything in my house from rusting?!? [more inside]
posted by wallaby on Jul 11, 2005 - 11 answers

I need an effective (and safe) way to remove rust stains from marble tile. [more inside]
posted by Thorzdad on Jun 23, 2005 - 2 answers

Is this photograph of Mathias Rust's plane faked? [more inside]
posted by tss on Mar 16, 2005 - 14 answers

I have a painted metal thermometer that used to hang on my grandparents' porch. It's very old (fifty years?), and very rusty, but I love it. It's so rusty that the advertising ("Whiskey Hill Grocery") and the temperature gradations are barely discernible. How can I remove this oxydation without damaging the paint underneath, restore the piece to something approximating its original condition? Is this even possible?
posted by jdroth on Jan 16, 2005 - 3 answers

I inherited a metal table in the shop of our recently bought house. The table top is rusted but still solid. Is there any way I can make it look new and to protect the top from further rust? Or is there something I could attach to it, like non-slip rubber, that would make it last longer? [more inside]
posted by jasonspaceman on Jan 8, 2005 - 10 answers

Dutch Ovens, pt. 2: Repair. How to fix chipped enamel before the iron rusts? [+] [more inside]
posted by rxrfrx on Dec 11, 2004 - 8 answers

Help me! I'm sinking! How can I loosen a *really* stubborn nut that's holding my old bathroom faucet to the sink? [more inside]
posted by anildash on Jan 27, 2004 - 16 answers

I was going to ask these guys, but I'm sure we can come up with an answer here. I use some DC powered "stuff" in my truck and I'm afraid that it may be causing corrosion on the battery terminals. True, false, indeterminate based on the facts presented? [more inside]
posted by ajpresto on Jan 17, 2004 - 4 answers

I have a cherry 1973 toyota landcruiser with a small rust bubble (about the size of a quarter) starting on one of the front fenders - barring completely sanding and repainting the fender i'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions for dealing with it? thanks in advance.
posted by specialk420 on Dec 28, 2003 - 7 answers