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Originally Posted by DateJust74
So, if I have the tools to open and close it, new gaskets, and some silicone grease, is this initial corrosion cleaning an easy process to do? What products should I use to clean it?
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Depends..
If corrosion is not visible, or is slight, then many of the scratch-pads/pens, or stainless steel wool, can clean things up where the SS can, once again, form it's protective chromium oxide. If corrosion is started, it needs to be stopped.
If it is severe, then phosphoric acid will dissolve the iron oxide without damaging the other SS components.
Serious corrosion can be laser welded and a lathe can resurface the parts.
Ideally, you just want to clean off the oils and acidic debris that can start the process. Regular dish soap can do this.