03-09-2009, 03:27 PM
[cool][#0000ff]Use some tub and tile cleaner with a mild solution of phosphoric acid. That will dissolve the water deposits and the rust without harming the finish. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]It is possible that the rust stains have gone deeply into the lures and may not be removeable with anything. If that is the case you can add some new paint , glitter or prism tape to create new finishes.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I used to salvage a lot of "waterlogged" lures when I lived in California and did some freshwater diving in the rivers and lakes there. Some come out better than others, but I used the worst cases to try out new experimental colors and patterns without having to spend a lot of money on them. The big thing, as you know, is to replace the hardware. Good hooks and split rings are vital.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]It is possible that the rust stains have gone deeply into the lures and may not be removeable with anything. If that is the case you can add some new paint , glitter or prism tape to create new finishes.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I used to salvage a lot of "waterlogged" lures when I lived in California and did some freshwater diving in the rivers and lakes there. Some come out better than others, but I used the worst cases to try out new experimental colors and patterns without having to spend a lot of money on them. The big thing, as you know, is to replace the hardware. Good hooks and split rings are vital.[/#0000ff]
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