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when storing a bare block how do i prevent rust??

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Old 09-11-2005, 05:20 PM
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when storing a bare block how do i prevent rust??

I have a bare lt1 block that has been sitting for a few months and will sit for a few more months b4 i get the money and time to rebuild it. I has a little bit of rust on the surface of the cylinder and crank witch i cleaned of with gentle rubbing and some very very fine steel wool. I was told to coat it in oil but that i would have to do every couple of days probably to keep rust away so i was thinking a light coat of paint may do.

anyone else have any ideas??

Thanks for the help.

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Old 09-11-2005, 05:32 PM
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Re: when storing a bare block how do i prevent rust??

just dip a rag in oil then wipe the block down and put it in a large plastic bag. it will last longer than a couple of months that way.
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Old 09-11-2005, 06:27 PM
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Re: when storing a bare block how do i prevent rust??

Spray lithium grease will stick real well. Just clean it up with oil when you get ready to build.
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Old 09-11-2005, 09:57 PM
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Re: when storing a bare block how do i prevent rust??

Yep, anything to seal the block and then a bag.
I've even used clear coat...
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Old 09-12-2005, 08:34 PM
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Re: when storing a bare block how do i prevent rust??

Fill a spray bottle with motor oil,clean or old doesnt matter. Douse the crap out of the thing. Then a big platic bag and twist tie it.Check it in a few months and resoak if needed.
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Old 09-12-2005, 11:37 PM
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Re: when storing a bare block how do i prevent rust??

Thanks for all the advice guys I appreciate your help. Im gonna soak and wrap it asap.

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I wouldn't use WD-40 or anything like that.
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