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Jun 30, 2013 | 07:09 PM

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Long term block storage

I recently picked up a LQ9 block. What is the best way to store/preserve the block/cly walls from rust ect ect.

Jun 30, 2013 | 07:29 PM

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If it is not rusty now, and will be stored in a relatively safe envirionment you can simply coat the surfaces with motor oil and wrap it in a sheet of plastic.

If it will stored in a high moisture environment for an extended time period, I would look at some cosmoline products.

Jun 30, 2013 | 07:32 PM

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I was thinking or rubbing down the Cly walls with Wd-40 and wraping in a plastic bag. It just dawned on me i can get a hold a ton of desicant i could toss in the bag to "wic" moistre

Jun 30, 2013 | 07:42 PM

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WD-40 is okay for short time periods. In a spray product that similar but longer lasting I would look for some LPS 3. Additionally, I think Rustoleum and 3M offer some higher viscosity WD-40 alternatives that will give longer protection.

Jun 30, 2013 | 07:44 PM

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If you use cosmoline it's a done deal no rust. Aerosol cans $10 - 15
bucks cheap insurance.

Jun 30, 2013 | 08:22 PM

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If you use cosmoline it's a done deal no rust. Aerosol cans $10 - 15
bucks cheap insurance.

Is this something that the local auto parts store would have?

Jun 30, 2013 | 10:55 PM

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How long are you storing it? Id only use cosmoline if it was being stored really long. Cosmoline is a bitch to clean i use it a lot at work

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Jul 1, 2013 | 07:38 AM

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Vacuum seal it.

Jul 1, 2013 | 04:41 PM

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Yep, they make engine block storage bags. I would coat it, bag it and put some desiccant in there as well to keep it dry.

Jul 1, 2013 | 05:36 PM

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I've stored many cylinders (bare metal machine parts) with CRC HDCI. Wrap them in a zip-tied garbage bag and forget it.

Go to any marine supply store and they will have many similar options.