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13 Easy Ways to Remove Rust from Iron, Can Be Done for Motor Vehicles

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Kapanlagi.com - Tools made of iron are generally well-liked because they are strong and durable. However, it does not mean that tools made of iron are free from damage. As we know, an item made of iron is at risk of rusting. Therefore, it is important to know how to remove rust from iron. So that, rusty items can be clean again and more durable to use.

Rust on iron not only damages the appearance of an item. More than that, the rust that appears can also make the iron content more brittle, making it prone to break and damage. But don't rush to throw away your rusty items. Because there are still various ways that can be done to clean rust on the surface of iron.

How to remove rust from iron can also be done easily with various simple tools and materials. Just take a look at the following reviews.

1. Baking Soda

Baking soda is known as one of the ingredients that has a million uses. In addition to being used as a dough ingredient, baking soda is also often used to clean stubborn stains on an object. It turns out that baking soda can also be used to remove rust from iron. The method is very easy, pay attention to the following steps.

1) Mix water and baking soda to form a thick paste.

2) Apply evenly on the rusty surface of the iron.

3) Let it sit for about 1 hour. Then scrub with a wire brush.

4) Rinse with water until clean, then dry.

2. Dish Soap and Potatoes

Removing rust from other iron can also be done using dish soap and potatoes. Yes, potatoes are said to contain oxalic acid which is believed to be able to overcome rust. Curious, how to do it? Check out the following steps.

1) Slice the potato in half.

2) Coat the cut part with dish soap.

3) Rub the rusty part with the potato that has been coated with dish soap.

4) Rinse and dry.

3. Toothpaste

At home, you must have toothpaste, right? Well, this one thing can also be used to remove rust. Not only that, toothpaste can even be used to remove rust from some parts of a motorbike. Pay attention to the following ways.

1) Apply toothpaste to the rusty part of the motorbike.

2) Let it sit for a few minutes and rub it with a cloth.

3) Repeat several times for maximum results.

4. Vinegar

Another ingredient that can be used to remove rust from iron is vinegar. It is recommended to use white vinegar for cleaning rust. Here's how to clean rusty iron surfaces using white vinegar.

1) For maximum results, soak the rusty object in a bowl of vinegar and let it sit overnight.

2) After soaking, remove the rusty object from the vinegar solution. Then, scrub the rusty surface with a wire brush.

3) If there are still some remaining rust spots, repeat this process with a longer soaking time.

4) Once all the rust has been successfully removed, wash the item thoroughly with soap and water, then dry it.

5. Lemon and Salt

Not much different from vinegar, lemon also has acid content that can overcome rust on the surface of iron. In order to clean rust with lemon, it must be accompanied by salt. The following are the ways to remove rust on iron using lemon and salt.

1) Rub the surface of the rusty object with salt.

2) After that, squeeze lemon juice onto the layer of salt.

3) Leave the layer of salt and lemon for about two hours.

4) Rub the layer of salt and lemon using lemon peel. If there are stubborn spots, you can also use a wire brush.

5) Rinse the lemon and salt layer until clean, then dry it.

6. Lemon and Tartar

In addition to the above method, there is another way to remove rust from iron using lemon. You can also do it by adding tartar. The method is just as easy and practical. Just follow these steps.

1) Soak the rusty object in lemon juice and let it sit for a while.

2) After that, lift it up and apply tartar cream on the wet surface of the rusty iron.

3) Rub the surface of the iron until the rust disappears. Some stains may be difficult to remove, so repeat the scrubbing process for 15 to 30 minutes.

4) Rinse with clean water and soak up the excess water with a towel.

7. Citric Acid

The next way to remove rust from iron can be done with citric acid. Citric acid can be found in health food stores and in the baking aisle of some supermarkets. Here are the steps to clean rusty iron surfaces using citric acid.

1) Mix warm water with citric acid.

2) Soak the rusty object for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

3) After soaking, the rust will start to soften, at that point, scrub the surface of the rusty object with a brush or coconut husk.

8. Soda Drinks

Who would have thought that soda drinks can also be used to remove rust. In fact, soda drinks are said to be able to remove rust and corrosion on motorbike iron. To do this, you also need to prepare aluminum foil. For more details, follow these steps.

1) Wet the rusty part with soda drinks.

2) Rub with aluminum foil until all rust disappears.

3) After the rust is gone, rinse it thoroughly because if left alone, the acid in soda drinks can be harmful to metal.

9. Ceramic Cleaner

The ninth way to remove rust on iron can be done using ceramic cleaner. This method can be applied to clean rust on motors. Here are the easy steps to do it.

1) Apply ceramic cleaner to the rusty part of the motor, then let it sit for a while.

2) After letting it sit, scrub it with a brush until the rust is completely gone.

3) However, do not use this ceramic cleaner on the engine block area as it can have a negative impact on the engine block.

10. Pertamax Plus

If compared to regular gasoline, Pertamax Plus has a higher octane content. This is what makes Pertamax Plus believed to be able to be used to remove rust from motorcycle iron. Without further ado, let's follow the steps below.

1) Mix Pertamax Plus with diesel oil in a ratio of 1:2.

2) Then, apply the mixture to the rusty parts of the motor.

3) Scrub using a brush such as a toothbrush or wire brush.

11. Used Oil

Don't rush to throw away used vehicle oil. Because, used oil can also be used to remove rust from exhaust iron. The method is very easy, for more details, pay attention to each step below.

1) Apply the used oil evenly to the entire rusty part of the exhaust iron.

2) After that, start the engine and let the exhaust heat up. You can do it for about one to two minutes.

3) The heat from the exhaust will help the oil dissolve the rust on the motorcycle exhaust.

12. Rust Remover

Rust can also be easily removed from iron using a rust remover. For those who are unfamiliar, a rust remover is a special liquid used to eliminate rust. Here is an easy way to use rust remover:

1) Soak the rusty part for 15 minutes to 8 hours (depending on the age of the rust).

2) Brush until the rust falls off and the iron is clean again.

13. Stempet or Grease

Lastly, you can also clean iron on motor vehicles using stempet or grease commonly used as lubricants for motor spare parts. Stempet or grease is a thick liquid with a gel-like texture. In parts of the motor that cannot be repainted, stempet or grease can be used to prevent rust.

Those are 13 ways to remove rust from iron. Hopefully, they are useful and good luck trying them out!

(kpl/gen/psp)

Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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