Rusty Hinges

[kelley_mc]

Hey Guys and Gals!

My tank has been setup for about 9 months and the hinges are starting to rust. Anyone have any tips to help? I was thinking brushing them down and putting a little Vaseline on them? Any problems with that?

Thanks!
Kelley

 

[RedEDGE2k1]

You need stainless steel hinges.

 

[kelley_mc]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13475725#post13475725 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by RedEDGE2k1
You need stainless steel hinges.

Unfortunately not an option.... I have built an antigued style hood and cabinet. Stainless steel would not look right.

 

[hebygb]

I see no problem with your solution... Its not a permanent fix, but it will extend the life of the hinges and frequency of having to maintain. I am guessing that your hinges dont come anywhere near contacting your tank water.

 

[Phyxius]

One of the major name makers of saltwater brand stuff makes a spray just for hinges that helps with rusting. I don't think it prevents it totally but helps keep it to a minimal by spraying it on and wiping it off once in awhile or maybe just spraying it on and leaving it . It might have been Coralife or the like but don't know how well it works. I just remember reading the bottle one day in a fish store.

 

[kelley_mc]

Great, thanks everyone. I'll try the Vaseline and also keep my eyes open for the product.

 

[Phyxius]

It was by Coralife

Its Coralife Salt Creep Eliminator

It says it protects equipment from salt damage. Contains corrosion blockers and rust inhibitors and..........

Its on the Coralife site

 

[L98-Z]

Paint them, or even better, powder coat them.