Tools that don't rust

[jcwads]

I'd be interested to know what you all use for tools on your boats. I bought a rather nice socket kit, but it eventually started rusting.

I can't seem to find any 'Stainless Steel' specific tool sets online. Does anyone have any tips on rust prevention etc? I tend to keep my tools in the engine bay area.

 

[Momac]

A smear of petroleum jelly helps.

 

[ctva]

Or a waterproof tool box and an occasional wipe with Duck Oil.

Stainless tools are not as hard as non S/S tools in general.

 

[penberth3]

Plenty of bronze tools available - at a price. Used in oil refineries etc. Cheaper to use a smear of oil or grease on what you've got.

 

[jcwads]

Or a waterproof tool box and an occasional wipe with Duck Oil.

Stainless tools are not as hard as non S/S tools in general.

Makes sense, will perhaps put a bit of WD40 on them and fingers crossed.

Many thanks.

 

[rubberduck]

Makes sense, will perhaps put a bit of WD40 on them and fingers crossed.

Many thanks.

Worked for us but in a limited way, not a total solution.

 

[volvopaul]

I'd be interested to know what you all use for tools on your boats. I bought a rather nice socket kit, but it eventually started rusting.

I can't seem to find any 'Stainless Steel' specific tool sets online. Does anyone have any tips on rust prevention etc? I tend to keep my tools in the engine bay area.

When they are used every working day they don’t rust , they just wear out !

 

[BruceK]

I wrap or cover my tools in a lightly oiled cloth depending on container / toolbox. Ratchets, shifters and plier types I keep the mechanism oiled with Plusgas to stop them seizing

 

[Muxey]

Acf 50

 

[LittleSister]

Any number of unguents to stop such things rusting, but is there any of them which doesn't make the tools slippery or leave a dirty mark every time you put it down?

 

[Poignard]

Any number of unguents to stop such things rusting, but is there any of them which doesn't make the tools slippery or leave a dirty mark every time you put it down?

Owatrol oil.

Or you could just do as I do and wipe them with a rag before use.

 

[KINGFISHER 9]

I bought one of those big cheap sets off the internet which has got pretty much all you need ... came in a fairly substantial plastic case, everything fitted in a slot, and is completely damp proof ... lives under the bed in this boat but after maybe 6 years nothing showing a blemish.

 

[Norman_E]

Any number of unguents to stop such things rusting, but is there any of them which doesn't make the tools slippery or leave a dirty mark every time you put it down?

VPI paper. Either wrap the tools or just put them away dry into a waterproof toolbox with a sheet of VPI paper at the bottom.

 

[Plum]

I'd be interested to know what you all use for tools on your boats. I bought a rather nice socket kit, but it eventually started rusting.

I can't seem to find any 'Stainless Steel' specific tool sets online. Does anyone have any tips on rust prevention etc? I tend to keep my tools in the engine bay area.

I apply WD40 just once or twice a year. A light spray then wipe with a cloth so they are not "wet", just coated. This keeps the rust at bay but also means you can use them instantly at any time without having to wipe away any messy slippery stuff.

Www.solocoastalsailing.co.uk

 

[LittleSister]

VPI paper.

???? Not something Google knows much about. VCI paper, perhaps?

 

[TheOrs]

Waterproof toolbox fixed the problem for me; no need for WD40 etc.

I use a Stanley Fatmax - https://www.stanleytools.co.uk/prod...xes/STANLEY®+FATMAX®+Structural+Foam+Tool+Box

Shop around as prices seem to vary a lot.

 

[simonfraser]

and put them away dry, def no drying salt water.

 

[tico]

yes VPI.... vapour phase inhibitor

 

[jrudge]

The other option is the £1 shop for non critics tools

If they are going to rust and drop in the drink you rather cut out the middle man!

I have to confess of not following my own advice and I do need a wd40 session at some point !

 

[Assassin]

I started using Bilt Hamber Atom Mac and dissolve it in water at 5% solution and spray the tools periodically as the water carries the atom mac and disperses it all over the tools.