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December 3, 2008, 03:13 PM | #1 |
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Any proven cleaning methods to rescue me???
I rescued this badly abused EFI .50 cal Kentucky long rifle. It wasn't much to look at. But with a little bit of work, the outside is looking fine. However, the barrel was caked full of powder residue. After hours and copious amounts of cleaner, I chiseled my way through the build up only to find a worse enemy--rust.
I have dumped every chemical known to man, but the rust seems to be winning. Has any one used or nows of a substance that is safe for the barrel, but that can help to clean it out. I will have to live with it in the future, but I would like to get to point where I can treat the barrel. It is not so bad that you can't shoot the rifle. It is a hoot to shoot. But clean up is an experience and a chore. So I am open to any suggestion besides tossing it. I feel there is something out there that I have tried.
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December 3, 2008, 07:22 PM | #2 |
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Since 20 people have read & not responded I'll give me 2 cents.
Plan a) Boil the heck out of it to get the offending chemistry out of the rust/pits. Then use a good lead solvent to break the pores open & boil the rest of the crud out of the pitting. Repeat every time you shoot it. Plan b) replace the barrel
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December 3, 2008, 07:25 PM | #3 |
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Plug the nipple or flash hole if it's a flinter and fill the barrel with Kroil and let it soak overnight. Then use a bronze brush on it. If that doesn't work Naval Jelly will but it's harder to work with and will remove bluing.
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December 3, 2008, 10:06 PM | #4 |
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Diesel fuel it melts rust just let it soak.
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December 4, 2008, 01:14 AM | #6 |
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Kerosene and diesel I am familiar with, but Kroil? I am not aware of it. So I have to plead ignorance, where is it purchased? A hardware store or gun shop?
I am grateful for the ideas. I hadn't left the kerosene in over night. It hadn't occurred to me. I guess I was afraid to. And this kroil stuff may even work better. I was staying away from using the jelly because of collateral damage. So your suggestions are gratefully received. I do so thank the experts that have weighed in. You have given me hope.
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December 4, 2008, 01:32 AM | #7 |
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You can read about Kroil--and some other really good lubricants, especially a good rust remover, at:
www.kanolaboratories.com For my gun oil, I blend 3/4 Microil with 1/4 Kroil. Works great! |
December 4, 2008, 02:27 AM | #8 |
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Thanks. I put in an order tonight.
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