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Old Jul 14, 2010 | 08:49 AM
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Give some Dupont#7 a try. I used it all the time on my bikes when I was a kid. Worked great.
 
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Old Jul 14, 2010 | 09:09 AM
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Yep.. I live in SE Texas.. and its always humid here.. rust is a never ending battle..
 
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Old Jul 14, 2010 | 10:44 AM
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I use a breathable cover for storing both my Miata (outside) and my Sporty (inside)
 
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Old Jul 14, 2010 | 02:52 PM
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sos pads and the 0000 steel wool will not leave any scratches.I like the sos because of the soap thats in them its like a wax type soap when you clean the part wash it with the water hose and the water will bead up like you just waxed that part.
 
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