How Do You Remove Rust From A Stainless Steel Propeller?
Removal of rust can surely be a difficult job. We need to be careful so that we dont spoil the metal because of some reactions the cleaners may have on them. Selecting an organic metal cleaner that is tough on the rust or rust stains but soft on the metal will prove to be a great option.
Many boat owners spend the extra money for a stainless steel prop for their boats, wanting the highest quality, longest lasting finish available. Some are surprised and disappointed to find that these propellers can still develop rust on occasion. While stainless steel is corrosion resistant to a degree due to the chromium and nickel alloy steel it is made from, it is not rustproof. A variety of conditions in the water and the way that the propeller is stored can cause rust to develop. Fortunately a relatively simple method exists for cleaning the rust off a stainless prop. Step 1 Remove light rust from the prop by rubbing a generous amount of Simichrome Polish firmly into the prop with a Scotch-Brite pad. Step 2 Allow the polish to dry to a haze, and then buff the surface of the prop with a clean, dry cloth. Step 3 Put on the rubber gloves and use naval jelly to remove heavy rust on a stainless prop. Apply a coat of naval jelly to the surface of the prop and allowing it to work for 10
