Easily Remove Rust From Your Saws

I recently moved houses and had to store my tools in a storage unit while waiting to close. When I removed my table saw and band saw from the storage unit I saw nothing but RUST! This video will show how I removed the rust and brought my table saw cast iron back to life.
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[@kbrollins77]

Good job. Thanks. There are a lot of "rusty table saw" videos out there. You did a helpful overview for folks like me who need to catch up on maintenance and reduce friction for good clean cuts.

[@ShorePointCreations]

I run into rust as soon as the summer months roll around. That humidity wreaks havoc on cast iron! I figured that others probably have the same issue and my method works great so why not share. It’s amazing how old, rusty cast iron tables and be refinished for look brand new! Thanks for watching and don’t forget to subscribe. 👍

[@johnhines8450]

Good job buddy. Just bought a used table saw two days ago with a rusty top. I’m going to do what you did and see how it goes. Thanks

[@bloodwashed5550]

Best video related so far. Thanks

[@garybrooks1194]

Nice job 👍👍👍 I just inherited most of my Dad’s tools and the table saw bandsaw and so on and all the tops looked like yours so thanks for the video it will come in real handy

[@ShorePointCreations]

This method works great and along with your elbow grease, should have your dads tools looking like the day he bought them. Good luck with it!

[@itsporkroll3401]

I knew from "wooder" you knew what you were talking about. Thanks

[@ShorePointCreations]

That’s how we say it in NJ!! LOL. Wooder not whater. But judging from your screen name you completely know what I’m talking about.

[@ramytk1]

Good video man. Like the “saw stop” logo and the awesome bike.

[@ShorePointCreations]

Thanks dude! Right now that’s the closest I will get to owning a SawStop. Hopefully one day soon I will be able to get one.

[@DLTJR1959]

Nice video. Looks like you need to do the same thing to your band saw top too. Love it BTW. I have an el cheap o Taiwan band saw that I bought cheap. Put new tires on the wheels and it is serviceable but that's all. Thank you for the video. I appreciate it.

[@gregghernandez2714]

New subscriber here. I was sold with the Saw Stop sticker. That is hilarious! I have a Saw Stop fund going myself. Amazing job you did with removing that rust. Very nice technique. One thing that has always amazed me with people selling table saws on places like Craigslist or Offer Up or other sites, is they don't take the time to remove the rust and dirt and junk collecting on the table saws. I mean if they took a little time fixing them up they would probably get a better price for them.

[@ShorePointCreations]

I couldn't agree with you more!!! Taking an hour out of your day to remove the rust could potentially get you another $100 on the sale of an older saw. I would gladly take $100 for an hour of my time. It also makes potential buyers want your saw over the other rusty saws on those sites. Thanks for subscribing and I am going to be releasing new videos soon. Also I'm getting close to 3,000 subscribers and will be giving away the sharpener I demoed in one of my videos. It's a complete bundle with diamond stones and more. Keep an eye out for that!

[@gregghernandez2714]

@@ShorePointCreations Thanks, I will. That is one thing that I would like to get more proficient at, and that is hand tools like chisels and such if that is what that sharpener is for. I have to catch up to all your content. You and your family take care.

[@JP-sv2dk]

Fantastic video...

[@Cad1900]

Good video thank you 🙏

[@antipodesman]

I've been using fine steel wool. Does a nice job followed by a paste wax for table saws.

[@ShorePointCreations]

I have heard that works great as well.

[@richardsabinii6309]

Very nice!!

[@ShorePointCreations]

Thanks!

[@creepyloner1979]

vinegar with a little bit of dish detergent and a stainless steel pot scrubber works for me. won't rust if you wipe it dry right away because of the residual vinegar.

[@theChrisAndHoLLieShow]

Cool video, I just got a new used tablesaw and bandsaw. I need to clean them up the same. I really like using turtle paste wax on my vehicles, I'm wondering how that would be on the tool tops. I might give it a try.

[@ShorePointCreations]

Just make sure it doesn’t have anything in it that would leave a residue. That could transfer to your workpieces whenever you cut them and impact your finish. I have used straight carnuba wax before and it works great.

[@PatoLoco1833]

Thank you. Do you recommend going through the progression when busting the rust or can you go straight to the WD40 and sand paper option? Your "after" picture was remarkable. What do you recommend in terms of maintenance w/ the Bostik? Also, I've seen some videos recommend paste wax for the preservation / lubrication phase. What's your take? Thanks again!

[@ShorePointCreations]

If your rust is really bad or you want to save on time, you could go right to the sandpaper. I have done it in the past when I knew a scotch brite pad just wasn’t going to cut it. For preservation, I have switched to a carnauba wax that is for cars. I put it on using a random orbit buffer to work it in and then with a polish pad I take it off with the buffer. Leaves an AMAZING shine to your cast iron, makes it ice slippery, and prevents future water penetration. I apply a new coat of wax every month to keep up with the protection. Hope this helps! Thanks for watching and the great comment. Good luck with yours! It should come out great!

[@joelcormier2519]

I got a cheap Skill brand table saw,. That i turned into a SAWSTOP, brand table saw, guys are jealous!

[@ryanlemons7831]

This is going to sound odd but I have had the best luck and fastest results using a wide sharp chisel as the first step. A razor blade works really well too. Dry, no lubricant or liquids. I’ve found that sandpaper, scotchbright pads and especially steel wool takes a very long time and a lot of work especially with a lubricant. The above (minus the lubricant) works excellent after the scraping process but not before. Try it out sometime, you’ll be delighted with the results. So my method is scrape first. Then scotchbright. Then fine steel wool. clean and degrees with naphtha or denatured alcohol. Then paste wax the top, fence, any sliding mating surfaces and sweet Suzy she’s ready to perform!

[@shop99er]

What did you use to clean the WD-40 off while you were plugging the gloves?

[@shueyang2229]

Love it. Only thing is, you used glide coat to clean off the Wd-40?

[@gerardoquiroz4290]

I seen he had mineral spirts on the table in beginning of video so I am assuming he didn’t put that in

[@jasonatkins1095]

What grit sandpaper did you use or reccomend? I just got a mitre saw at a flea market and can use cleaned, thanks in advance 🙂

[@ShorePointCreations]

I typically will start with 220 and move down as needed. Just make sure you use WD40 or whatever you want when you wet sand it. Dry sanding just doesn’t give the same result. Good luck with it! I’m sure you will like the result. Have a good one!!

[@amaranthiner421]

Great video! Would WD-40 Specialist® Corrosion Inhibitor work as well as Boeshield? Curious before I buy or try.

[@ShorePointCreations]

I'm not too sure. Boeshield doesn't leave any residue that would impact the finish of the project.

[@amaranthiner421]

@@ShorePointCreations Boeshield is better, it leaves no residue; I ran the test. You're correct!

[@mrpink7395]

I can’t stop laughing at the SawStop tape sticker. 🤣🤣🤣

[@ShorePointCreations]

One day I will get the actual one but for now I have the “unofficial “ SawStop. Have a good one!

[@BossSpringsteen69]

My Saw Stop has storage rust blues too but, mine is worst than this. I might need a new top.

[@ShorePointCreations]

One of the best things I did was to add air conditioning / dehumidifier to my shop. Has saved the cast iron surfaces unbelievably. Before you replace the top I would give this method a try. You could go down on your sandpaper in grit to maybe 120 or even 80 if that bad. What do you have to lose? The method works and makes them look brand new. Good luck with it!!! Btw that’s a good screen name. Springsteen all the way....of course I’m near the Springsteen epicenter here in NJ so just have to be a fan.

[@Jetdrag]

A cleaning will do wonders - I just restored a 30 year old craftsman with cast iron wings and it's perfect. A few stains here and there, but it's just character and doesn't affect function. A tip I have is carefully use a razor to scrape off the worst of the rust before or during cleaning. Worst case if your table isn't flat at all anymore, you can get it machined.

[@ShorePointCreations]

Restored 30 year old craftsman must be nice. It’s amazing how you can take something that others see as completely shot and make it look amazing.

[@johnhughes6106]

Using a 800 grit wet dry sandpaper with wd 40 works well.

[@nicholasschrader2399]

why did e you let your saw get to that rust ?

[@ShorePointCreations]

I was moving and had to put it in storage. I normally don’t let it get like that or any rust really.

[@BaffledBelief]

You can use water as a lubricant so long as you use a liquid to drive off the water. I'm in your camp as it seems pointless when wd-40 makes an extremely effective lubricant for this job

[@ShorePointCreations]

I will let my wife know!! Thanks bud.

[@michaelfink1017]

Hey, brother - get yourself a dehumidifyer...your beautiful band saw is begging for one!

[@ShorePointCreations]

My shop is climate controlled so usually not an issue. This was caused from when I had to store my shop in a storage unit while I was waiting to close on my new shop. Since moving into my new shop I haven’t had any issues with rust. Have a good one!!

[@chefsct40]

How was all of it rusty but the channels

[@georgegonzalez-rivas3787]

Why show the T9 and not use it?

[@ShorePointCreations]

Giving choices to folks. You can use the T9 on internals. Lost the footage so couldn’t include it.

[@recyclebills]

I use grill blocks: www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=grill+blocks Takes about 5 minutes.

[@sychosez]

If you're like me and can't stand the smell of WD-40, use mineral oil, no smell and works just as good.

[@ShorePointCreations]

Good suggestion! Thanks

[@oldmarine312]

Send me that Grizzly bandsaw and will clean it, service it and adjust it for you......no charge. Will only take 15 to 20 years...😁 And we all know that's your bike...

[@ShorePointCreations]

😂😂 You would be amazed how much I paid for that saw. About $400 and it was brand new. Another Craigslist find that wasn’t used. It’s amazing what you can find from time to time.

[@oldmarine312]

@@ShorePointCreations I buy almost all my tools used. Great way to save money and help someone out

[@ShorePointCreations]

Couldn’t agree more. I bought my 8” delta jointer used. This thing is a beast. The guy wanted $800 for it but talked him down to $250 for it. Good way to give them money when they need it and good way to pass on tools when they stop woodworking. Have a good one.

[@markchadwick77]

“Easily” the title says. 🤔 Sped-up video of man doing a lot of hand sanding with penetrating oil.