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Evapo-Rust Safe & Effective Rust Remover - Biodegradable, Non-Toxic, 1 Gallon

(63 reviews)
Part # ER012
30 day replacement if defective
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Product Details
Part No. ER012
Warranty Details (30 DAY REPLACEMENT IF DEFECTIVE)
Evapo-Rust is a product of extensive research, Evapo-Rust rust remover is an environmentally safe water based product that has been proven to make even deep rust disappear without any scrubbing. It's so easy to use; anyone can restore their rusted steel tools, auto parts and household items to like-new condition. 1 gal. de-rusts up to 300 lbs. of steel (about 0.5 lbs. of rust). Evapo-Rust will not harm metals, rubber, plastic, PVC, viton, most paints or un-rusted steel. Best of all, Evapo-Rust is safe to use. It's non-toxic, non-corrosive, non-flammable and contains no acids, alkalis or petroleum solvents. Evapo-Rust is even biodegradable.

Product Features:
  • Evapo-Rust Super Safe Rust Remover
  • Non-toxic
  • Biodegradable
  • Non-corrosive
  • Contains no acids, bases, solvents, or VOCs
  • Safe on skin and eyes
  • No fumes or bad odors
  • Safe on other metals, rubber, plastic, wood, and glass
  • Removes rust without scrubbing
Specifications
Application Method:
Soak

Application Temperature Range:
70 Degrees or More

Base:
Organic

Color:
Clear to Light Yellow

Odor:
No Odor

Tools Required:
No

Water Soluble:
Yes
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4.52 out of 5
63 Customer Reviews
80% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
5 Stars
47
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
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1 Star
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Pros
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Removes Rust From Tools
1
Fast working
1
Should Work Out Fine
1
Removes Only Rust
Cons
48
No
5
Yes
3
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None
1
Poor Packing By Advance
Most Liked Positive Review
It Worked For Me
I needed to recondition the chrome legs on a 1970 Pinball machine that had significant surface rust. I built a tray from sheet metal to allow me to submerge the 32" legs (one at a time). I called the Customer Service number on Evapo-Rust container to find out what I could seal the corners of the tray with and they told me anything. I used pop rivets and "DAP Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone" to seal the rivets & seams of tray. Directions said to submerge rusted parts for 1 to 12 hrs. It took 24 hrs/leg but legs turned out great. On the 3rd leg the Evapo-Rust solution turned milky brown and tray started leaking. Evapo-Rust apparently attacked the caulking and caulking now had the consistency of mustard. I called Evapo-Rust back and told them what happened and asked what I could seal the tray with ... they said they would check and call back but never did. After cleaning out caulking I re-sealed everything with "Seal-All", also available at auto part stores. It is gas and oil resistant and it held for me to finish the last two legs ... and seemed to still be in great shape. Even though the Evapo-Rust now looked milky brown it still continued to work great on the last 2 legs. Great product but disappointed with the Evapo-Rust Customer Service. Pic is of one leg in the tray I built.
Most Liked Negative Review
I am unlikely to buy it again, but continue to patronize Adv
Advance's price was very compettive for this product, but its performance was far below expectation. Manufacturer's fault not Advance.
Reviewed by 63 Customers
This stuff works awesome!
Can't say enough how well this product works. Soaked a couple old rusty cast iron pulleys over night and the next morning they looked like the day they were manufactured. They didn't look like they had their rust removed/restored, they looked like they never had it. No wire brush marks, no grinding marks, just raw looking gray cast iron. I soaked a small engine carburetor that was all rusted inside from the shaft and butterfly valve that wouldn't budge. Came out like new, shaft moves freely rust gone from the inside without needing to disassemble it.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
containers leak
Verified Buyer -
overall evapo rust works ok. the jugs leaked during shipping so I only got about 3quarts instead of a gallon.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend
It Worked For Me
Verified Buyer -
I needed to recondition the chrome legs on a 1970 Pinball machine that had significant surface rust. I built a tray from sheet metal to allow me to submerge the 32" legs (one at a time). I called the Customer Service number on Evapo-Rust container to find out what I could seal the corners of the tray with and they told me anything. I used pop rivets and "DAP Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone" to seal the rivets & seams of tray. Directions said to submerge rusted parts for 1 to 12 hrs. It took 24 hrs/leg but legs turned out great. On the 3rd leg the Evapo-Rust solution turned milky brown and tray started leaking. Evapo-Rust apparently attacked the caulking and caulking now had the consistency of mustard. I called Evapo-Rust back and told them what happened and asked what I could seal the tray with ... they said they would check and call back but never did. After cleaning out caulking I re-sealed everything with "Seal-All", also available at auto part stores. It is gas and oil resistant and it held for me to finish the last two legs ... and seemed to still be in great shape. Even though the Evapo-Rust now looked milky brown it still continued to work great on the last 2 legs. Great product but disappointed with the Evapo-Rust Customer Service. Pic is of one leg in the tray I built.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend
Have not used yet...
Verified Buyer -
Received a good recommendation from a fellow auto restorer, so purchased product based on his advice. Should work out well, as he is very informed.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Very effective!
I have used EvapoRust to restore corroded parts, such as turbochargers, electric motors, transmission shafts and gears; as well as antique iron items that needed to be dismantled. After soaking in EvapoRust, the frozen assemblies can be taken apart without breaking. This product will remove rust from inside the assemblies. It is highly effective on anything which can be dipped and soaked in it. It is not effective on flat surfaces such as car bodywork. This product will not work if it is cold. Recommend setting up a heat lamp on the soaking container for most effective overnight rust removal. Don't let the "this is very safe" notice on the jug make you think it is watered down. It will leave nothing but bare, clean cast iron or steel.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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