Storing attachments outside

[IthacaJeff 151]

Okay, here goes. . .

Over the past couple of years I've managed to scrounge up a number of

attachments , but there is not enough space in my shed. They have

to sit outside, including a 54" snow blade, Brinly single bottom plow, cultivators,

discs, spring-tine drag, and a snow blower. Obviously, rust is setting in, but

I'd like to do more to protect them.

Putting them under a tarp may work some, but condensation still gets them wet.

Having them in the grass, I know, is terrible, so they can sit on pallets. What I'm

looking for is a spray, or something like that that can at least slow down the

rust.

Any ideas? (Yeah, I know, a nice heated barn would be awesome!)

Jeff

[farmer 1,078]

Jeff,

On the farm all eqiupment is barn stored, having said that though, all shiny parts eg-

Plough moldboards,

Combine augers,

Forage harvester augers etc I coat with chain saw oil, its sticky and lasts for months.

In your situation maybe diesel with a spot of oil mixed in would do the job? :thumbs2:

[dodge78 94]

My dad used old engine oil on the farm. Some of the demo derby guys use old tranny fluid.

[can whlvr 994]

we use aa 50 -50 mix of 10w40 and clean motor oil,it then will spray in a plastic spray bottle

[IthacaJeff 151]

Thanks all. . .

I'm getting ready for my winter oil change. Does anyone foresee any problems with

using the used motor oil to wipe down some of the equipment?

Jeff

[littleredrider 409]

I don't see a problem. It will be "dirty" instead of clean oil....All the stuff in my storage that took a swim is covered in a thin coat of oil. Slimy mess to say the least, but everything is hard to get a hold of, and even some raw steel I have isn't rusting, or my tools.

(Guy next to my unit has got to be p!ssed with engine/gear oil all over his stuff)

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,557]

Those who know me know I use the dirty old on my old machines I think Matt calls it salad mix :thumbs2:

[Herbl 10]

Look into a spray called Fluid Film, really good stuff, it will cost you more than old 10w40 but it is meant to do what you are asking. I use it and it works very well....

[can whlvr 994]

i agree with fluid film too,we use it on our dirt bike chains,its environmentatly freindly too,can also water proof your boots with it too

[shorts 182]

cosmoline, it's like a combination of grease and parafin or spray on chainsaw chain oil it's sticky or try a liquil floor wax and spray it on.

There was a time that I was assigned a company van, 1 of the maintaince requirements was apperance, washed weekly and waxed as necessary, liquid floor wax in a spray bottle and an old sock to apply it was my friend every couple of months. I could wax and polish a fullsize van in less than 1/2 hour.

[mr.pipes 4]

I could wax and polish a fullsize van in less than 1/2 hour.

Wish you were closer

[IthacaJeff 151]

Thanks gents; never heard of Fluid film or Cosmoline. They may only be available

online around here, but I'll check the usual suspects (e.g., TSC) for something like

them.

Being cheap I'd just as soon use the used motor oil, but getting into the intricate

nooks and crannies would be better for a spray.

Although, if someone were to buy the blower ($70), then I would not need to store it.

Jeff

[shallowwatersailor 3,214]

I remember growing up in the 50's with the surplus Jeeps from WWII "for sale for $50.00!" They were cosmolined to prevent rust and had to be assembled. I seem to recall that it was a waxy grease that was difficult to remove - but did the job. My older brother and I always talked about getting one but I doubt that the sale was legit for $50.00.

[MrTrimmier 12]

Corrosion X is by far the best product I've found for preservation. $16.00 a spray can or so....

Mike

[P3x 57]

LPS 3 is a Heavy Duty Corrosion Inhibitor. Waxy and thick...

[sorekiwi 761]

The disadvantage of the Cosmoline type sprays is that you need to get the stuff off again before you use it. The oil type sprays you can just go back to work.

Cosmoline is ideal for parts that are going to sit around for a while before you find a use for them.