I've used the vinegar soak method and it works well. Like you said, sometimes it removes the printing on the tool, such as the model numbers and details on the newer Craftsman pliers. I will try the Evaporust next.
@@thetoolbandit I've gotten several tools where you can still barely make out that it was/is a Craftsman. I guess Sears and Western Forge decided that the laser printing or whatever they did was cheaper and more cost effective.
Interesting I've never seen the gel before. I know that with the liquid one they say you can soak a paper towel with it and wrap it around the tool that would be an option if you didn't want to mess up a wooden handle.
Great video but you can definitely soak tools like those first pair of Mac plyers in evapo. I restore vintage and antique tools and it doesn’t even take scribing off, even after 24hrs.
@@thetoolbandit I will only say that it is very safe for engraved or embossed logos on very old tools, even if some of the lettering is getting worn down already. Up to a 24 hr soak is safe and I can attest to that on multiple occasions with different type/style/material of tool. The gel may be different, I notice it hard and maybe even crusty when dries so maybe in those cases it’s eating at the metal much quicker or causing metal to flake off.
The gel is acid. Basically naval jelly. Totally different than the evapo rust dip. Call them. I found this out the hard way. They really should spell this out.
Comparing SDS’s from both the gel and liquid you’ll see why the gel isn’t as affective as the liquid. The gel lacks the proprietary ingredient in any quantity that the liquid is a much better product.
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I've used the vinegar soak method and it works well. Like you said, sometimes it removes the printing on the tool, such as the model numbers and details on the newer Craftsman pliers. I will try the Evaporust next.
Kind of sad that they only printed the name on at the end, but even Snap-on is doing the same. Thanks for watching!
@@thetoolbandit I've gotten several tools where you can still barely make out that it was/is a Craftsman. I guess Sears and Western Forge decided that the laser printing or whatever they did was cheaper and more cost effective.
I wish it was available in my country, looks like its working wonders.
works well! Thanks for watching!
It reminds me a lot like Locktite Navel Jelly & it works about the same good stuff.
I've never used that, I will have to try it. Thanks for watching!
@The Tool Bandit I agree, used Naval jellie all the time when I was working on 80'to 82' 1.8 corollas, back when I was younger, good stuff
@@V8SKULLS the evapo rust gel is naval jelly. Totally different than evaporust. Call them. I found out it was acid the hard way.
1L water, 100g citric acid, 40g super washing soda, 3tbs dawn.
Thanks for the tip and thank you for watching!
What is this recipe ?
Interesting I've never seen the gel before. I know that with the liquid one they say you can soak a paper towel with it and wrap it around the tool that would be an option if you didn't want to mess up a wooden handle.
I think overall I would use the liquid but I can see where this has a place. Thank you for watching!
@@thetoolbandit like to derust on something still attached to a machine/engine
Great video but you can definitely soak tools like those first pair of Mac plyers in evapo. I restore vintage and antique tools and it doesn’t even take scribing off, even after 24hrs.
did you notice the name was taken off the mac pliers? So I'm not sure I trust soaking it.
@@thetoolbandit I will only say that it is very safe for engraved or embossed logos on very old tools, even if some of the lettering is getting worn down already. Up to a 24 hr soak is safe and I can attest to that on multiple occasions with different type/style/material of tool. The gel may be different, I notice it hard and maybe even crusty when dries so maybe in those cases it’s eating at the metal much quicker or causing metal to flake off.
I think wrapping it to prevent drying would work best. It does say it on the bigger bottles
I'm a guy, you know we don't read directions! LOL Thank you for watching!
The gel is acid. Basically naval jelly. Totally different than the evapo rust dip. Call them. I found this out the hard way. They really should spell this out.
Problem is you can reuse the liquid but can't with the gel! Good tool to have around though for those problem tools.
Yes, that is nice that you get more bang for the buck with liquid. Thanks for watching!
I use it in a ultrasonic cleaner and then wire wheel.
I also use in an ultrasonic. It is amazing how fast it works. Thanks for watching!
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Great! Thanks for watching!
Comparing SDS’s from both the gel and liquid you’ll see why the gel isn’t as affective as the liquid.
The gel lacks the proprietary ingredient in any quantity that the liquid is a much better product.
I agree the liquid is better overall but I think the gel has its place. Thanks for watching!
Wire wheel works well too...
Many different methods work to remove rust, they all leave behind different results. Thanks for watching!
@@setdown2 radio likes both
I threw mine in the trash. That gel will not come off when dried. Even if you follow the directions. Do not put it on your undercarriage.
I didn't have issues but didn't try it on a lot of items. I will be sure to proceed with cautions. Thanks for watching!