Cleaning Rust Off of Tools Without Harsh Chemicals

[TomG]

I like phosphoric acid, in the form of metal prep like you get from the automotive paint supply. It works fairly quickly and you don't have to worry about getting it all neutralized because when it air dries, it leaves a phosphate coating that acts as a rust preventative that you can paint right over. If it's good enough for Coca Cola, it's good enough for my parts. :)

Tom