Author Topic: Rust Removal on Bass Parts  (Read 151 times)

12stringwilson

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Rust Removal on Bass Parts
« on: August 31, 2009, 12:59:56 PM »
any suggestions or recommendations of how to remove surface rust on the screws holdng down pups and scratch plates of basses?
 
Adding a new member to my home that is vintage and has some surface rust from a previous owners lack of care. Replacement screws are most likely impossible to find since it is a Wal.

12stringwilson

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« Reply #1 on: August 31, 2009, 01:08:03 PM »
I realize i probably posted this in the wrong section, but....

terryc

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« Reply #2 on: September 01, 2009, 01:20:39 AM »
Chrome screws...chrome metal polish with a kitchen scourer(one for non stick pans) so it doesn't remove the plating, polish off then wash in warm soapy water and dry in a warm oven.
The screws will be available from a fastener suppliers, I doubt very much that bass manufacturers would use there own bespoke screws as they would cost a lot to be engineered.
If you take one to fastner supplier they will use a thread guage to ascertain the type you need.