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White "Powder" On All Internal Metal?
Just got a 1959/60Torpedo 18b.
There is a dry, white "powder" substance stuck on all internal metal parts. I have scraped at a small amount; it does come off.
My question is; what is this stuff and what is the best way to get it off, and with what?
The rest of the machine is as expected. Stuck keys, in need of a ribbon, needs new rubber feet, platen is hard, but maybe ok.
Thanks for any help.
- Pete E.
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Re: White "Powder" On All Internal Metal?
Hi Auggie,
You might have what is called "white rust"...which is an oxidation of metals with zinc content.
I had some on my Torpedo 18s...used a product called PB Blaster (available in the States) with nylon brushes that got rid of it. Did all the clean up outside in my driveway/garage for ventilation.
PB Blaster will help clean the segment and links for those stuck-keys as well.
PB Blaster leaves a very strong smell...so I followed up the PB Blaster after 1-2 days with a good cleaning with denatured alcohol and let the machine air-out in my garage for several days.
Others, here on the Forum, with more experience might have other ideas and methods. Hopefully they will share.
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- Auggie
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Re: White "Powder" On All Internal Metal?
Thanks Pete E.
That sounds like the powder stuff.
I wonder what we have here in Canada that is similar to PB Blaster, hmmmmm.
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Thread Starter- Beachycove
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Re: White "Powder" On All Internal Metal?
PB Blaster is available in Canada. If I remember correctly, I bought some at Canadian Tire.
- Auggie
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Re: White "Powder" On All Internal Metal?
You are correct sir.
Just got back from CT with a can.
Thanks
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