I have used sticks of Chalk in my drawers and also those Desicant packs you get in certain items you buy, to help minimize surface rust on my tools. Along with a light coating of WD40 or the like.
I use a cheap generic silicon spray (release agent). It dries but leaves a film; I'm in the Philippines and my sprayed tools are rust free. Bonus tip.... It also makes an excellent anti spatter spray for flux core welding, comes in at less than 1/3 the price of regular anti spatter spray.
Fluid film is great for tools that you rarely if ever use (great investment ami right?) But if you are actually going to use them there are better options... cpc 3, sta-bil, paste wax, and others. Many other options to prevent rust and not make ur stuff all slippery
@scottaddison8071 here in south GA it would have to be emptied 3 or 4 times a day or set up with a drain and basically be running no stop in an uninsulated shop
@@Jason-Samkowe live in Coastal Mississippi and yes, I run mine 24/7 with a plastic drain line they provide in the dehumidifier box pipes thru my shop wall. It works!!!
@@Jason-Samko exactly. It is really simple, just plug it up and drill a 3/4” hole thru the wall for the drain hose. I promise your tools will not rust and you will be amazed!!!
Thanks, Jason... I live over in Alabama... I don't have any experience with fluid film. However I found that white lithium grease works well and sticks real good. I originally bought it for my dirt bike chain, but when I seen how well it stuck to stuff I started using it to protect all my tools. Seems to work well
Boiled linseed oil is also a good alternative. Either rub it on with a rag, or mix in 30-50% mineral spirits and use a hand sprayer. The main benefits are that it is very cheap (fluid film is definitely not), and that it cures into a dry film after 24hr to a few days (depending on dryer additives, temperature ect.) Don't get me wrong - fluid film is very good, but personally I just can't stand my hands getting full of oil every time I touch a tool. That's not a problem for an undercarriage (it's main intended use). I wouldn't depend on linseed oil to protect raw steel outside in the elements (at least not without a lot of cured layers), but for inside storage it does a more than adequate job. Other than that I can't recommend a dehumidifier enough - preferably a desiccant type that continues to work well at low temperatures. Way more economical that trying to keep the area heated :)
I’ve done the same for years. Even used PB blaster as it stays wet longer then wd40. I use a paint brush with fluid film to lightly brush coating on tools/bolts. The brush applies perfect amounts to nooks/crevices and then you don’t have to get your hands oily.
Save those little silica gel packets that come in packaging and put one packet in each drawer. The silica gel absorbs moisture from the air and should prevent the water from condensing on the tools.
I work in basically a fridge thats a plant and I kid you not I would clean my tools and literally the next day I see rust on my pry bars screw drivers allen head. my wrenches seem to hold up alittle long. but alot of my tools dont. What would you reccomend? I currently use WD40.
It's hard when you are using them daily as anything wr put on them is gonna make them slippery. But maybe rem oil or similar as it does af a thin wax like coating.
Vci paper, used by motor industry to protect packs of sheet steel, Works great no slippery oil on your tools you have to wipe to use.
Very nice. Thanks for the suggestion. Will check it out
How do you use it? I’m assuming you just lay down sheets in your drawers and then set your tools on top?
@@Blvkbird yes
I have used sticks of Chalk in my drawers and also those Desicant packs you get in certain items you buy, to help minimize surface rust on my tools. Along with a light coating of WD40 or the like.
Great tip. When I was a mechanic I knew a guy in the shop that kept charcoal in each drawer for same reason.
I use a cheap generic silicon spray (release agent). It dries but leaves a film; I'm in the Philippines and my sprayed tools are rust free. Bonus tip.... It also makes an excellent anti spatter spray for flux core welding, comes in at less than 1/3 the price of regular anti spatter spray.
@@tyrotrainer765 great tip. Thanks
I bought a SOG multitool and it just won't stop rusting. Gonna try this, thank you!
Sog makes great tools
What would you recommend i use to make sure the whole tool box doesn’t rust 😂
A heated and cooled garage😂
Fluid film is great for tools that you rarely if ever use (great investment ami right?) But if you are actually going to use them there are better options... cpc 3, sta-bil, paste wax, and others. Many other options to prevent rust and not make ur stuff all slippery
@Jake-uc8mb probably many other great options. But i like how fluid film last so long.
A cheap dehumidifier for $200 will solve your problem
@scottaddison8071 here in south GA it would have to be emptied 3 or 4 times a day or set up with a drain and basically be running no stop in an uninsulated shop
@@Jason-Samkowe live in Coastal Mississippi and yes, I run mine 24/7 with a plastic drain line they provide in the dehumidifier box pipes thru my shop wall. It works!!!
@@scottaddison8071 yep that would be the best way to do it. Set it up as a continuous drain
@@Jason-Samko exactly. It is really simple, just plug it up and drill a 3/4” hole thru the wall for the drain hose. I promise your tools will not rust and you will be amazed!!!
Thanks, Jason... I live over in Alabama... I don't have any experience with fluid film. However I found that white lithium grease works well and sticks real good. I originally bought it for my dirt bike chain, but when I seen how well it stuck to stuff I started using it to protect all my tools. Seems to work well
That's a fantastic idea as well!
White lith is water based.
@@John-or9ccUndauntedRaceCars Where'd you hear that?
Boiled linseed oil is also a good alternative. Either rub it on with a rag, or mix in 30-50% mineral spirits and use a hand sprayer.
The main benefits are that it is very cheap (fluid film is definitely not), and that it cures into a dry film after 24hr to a few days (depending on dryer additives, temperature ect.)
Don't get me wrong - fluid film is very good, but personally I just can't stand my hands getting full of oil every time I touch a tool. That's not a problem for an undercarriage (it's main intended use).
I wouldn't depend on linseed oil to protect raw steel outside in the elements (at least not without a lot of cured layers), but for inside storage it does a more than adequate job.
Other than that I can't recommend a dehumidifier enough - preferably a desiccant type that continues to work well at low temperatures. Way more economical that trying to keep the area heated :)
Great tips and suggestions. Thank you
Did you use that fluid film underneath vehicles to prevent rust?
Yes. Works amazing
Respect on the diversity in content 👌🏻👌🏻
Thanks. I know not many care about the tool stuff but I like doing them. Lots of truck stuff loaded and coming soon.
Keep it coming my friend. Good stuff, time well spent.@@Jason-Samko
@@Coyote5555 thanks
camphor tablets are even lazier, and they work well :)
Will look into them. Thanks for the tip
I’ve done the same for years. Even used PB blaster as it stays wet longer then wd40. I use a paint brush with fluid film to lightly brush coating on tools/bolts. The brush applies perfect amounts to nooks/crevices and then you don’t have to get your hands oily.
Good idea on the brush
Great video. Thanks for the ideas. I will do that with my tools. Much appreciated.
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Save those little silica gel packets that come in packaging and put one packet in each drawer. The silica gel absorbs moisture from the air and should prevent the water from condensing on the tools.
Great idea. Charcoal does that too. I use it I'm my safe
I work in basically a fridge thats a plant and I kid you not I would clean my tools and literally the next day I see rust on my pry bars screw drivers allen head. my wrenches seem to hold up alittle long. but alot of my tools dont. What would you reccomend? I currently use WD40.
It's hard when you are using them daily as anything wr put on them is gonna make them slippery. But maybe rem oil or similar as it does af a thin wax like coating.
Never knew this existed !!! Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it
I have a 200 Pcs Craftsman Box ( When the Tools was made in the USA) always I try to keep in a good shape. 🤘🏽
Yep tools will last forever if taken care of