JamieP Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Ive got a couple of gte blocks im storing in the garage in case i ever need one, i sprayed them with wd40 and put them in bin bags, I pulled one open today and it has some surface rust in it, whats the best way to store these? is wd40 no good? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaan W Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 You could store them on the moon? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurgen-Jm-Imports Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 when i got my engine from Japan, (took 3-4 months to arrive)... it had some sort of WD40 spray and also them gel bags you get in parcels sometimes.. silica gel http://www.silicagelpacks.com/silica-gel-packets.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straightsix Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 My grandad used to store engine parts with a smearing of light grease and then wrapped in greaseproof paper. Used to store all his old parts like this and when he passed away we found parts that had not seen the light of day for over ten years - they were still in excellent condition and were sold on ebay! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mellonman Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 maybe some thick vacuum packing stuff might help,i would of thought WD would of been ok maybe a thicker oil like 3in1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTurtleshead Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 I've had a 2j block sitting in the shed for 5 months with a coating of 3 in 1 oil smeared over the face, bores, mating surfaces, bearing carriers, etc… No rust present so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwilkinson Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 (edited) Jamie, I have been using a specialised vacuum bag designed for classic motorbikes to store my newly built engine since last November. No rust, no dirt, no moisture. They are brilliant. They come with a crystal bag which absorbs moisture and a humidity gauge. Vac Bag Link Edit - Don't use WD40, use GT85 instead. Edited July 25, 2012 by mwilkinson (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wile e coyote Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 As above not wd40, ive used duck oil in the past Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted July 25, 2012 Author Share Posted July 25, 2012 Cheers for the tips guys, spotted these big bags on ebay, will try them and some gt85. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Summit-Engine-Bags-SUM-G1009-/390124049626?pt=UK_Lifting_Moving_Equipment&hash=item5ad53494da#ht_715wt_1037 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littler Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Jamie, I have been using a specialised vacuum bag designed for classic motorbikes to store my newly built engine since last November. No rust, no dirt, no moisture. They are brilliant. They come with a crystal bag which absorbs moisture and a humidity gauge. Vac Bag Link Edit - Don't use WD40, use GT85 instead. Have to agree with the above my Dad has had a Jag Etype V12 stored in one of these for about 12 months or so and it looks exactly the same as it went in no moisture or anything Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 If you want Jamie can get you some aircraft grade spray on corrosion inhibiter, couple of cans should do you right. Needs heavy duty degreaser to remove it but will seal your blocks no worries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted July 25, 2012 Author Share Posted July 25, 2012 If you want Jamie can get you some aircraft grade spray on corrosion inhibiter, couple of cans should do you right. Needs heavy duty degreaser to remove it but will seal your blocks no worries. Now that sounds like just the job mate, if You can get me some that would be great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannoSupra Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 You could use some sort of wax spray, like the stuff they put on new brake discs for storage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 I was always tought to fill them with old engine oil if the sump is still attached. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkddav3 Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 feel free to keep one in my garage jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Bailey Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 feel free to keep one in my garage jamie +1 Then maybe i can start building my single turbo to put in my supra in about............Erm 20 years time lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkddav3 Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 +1 Then maybe i can start building my single turbo to put in my supra in about............Erm 20 years time lol kidding of course aha. na-t and proud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellstrom Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 probebly to high humidity, ive used WD40 in the past but my blocks where not stored for a significant time though. but ive stored it for maybe 9 months and no problem with any surface rust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 I was looking for something to protect a mild steel exhaust I've got waiting to go on my MR2, these looked interesting (but probably not as good as aeroplane stuff!) http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/gt85 http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/051110500 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 As far as I am aware WD40 is good for repelling water though not to stop rust from occurring. The sealed bags seem like the best option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 I was always tought to fill them with old engine oil if the sump is still attached. As engine oil ages it becomes acidic so probably would not advise it unless you changed it every 6 months like you would on a working engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwilkinson Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 As far as I am aware WD40 is good for repelling water though not to stop rust from occurring. The sealed bags seem like the best option. That's also my understanding. It repels and drives out moisture but isn't a long term sealant. GT85 is the stuff to use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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