How to clean rusty threads? 1982 300D
 

Okay, so I have a fairly clean engine bay in my 1982 300D.

However, there are some surface rust areas here and there.

I would like to start by going through and replacing rusty bolts, etc.

This brings up a question. How do you get rid of the rust on a rusty thread without degrading the thread?

Thanks,

Pete.

If you have a benchgrinder with a brass wirewheel, that should do it. ;)

Even a hand fine wire brush, brass prefered, will do it.

Some prevention in the future too.

A drop of Oil, a dab of Grease, or Thread lock where appropraite keeps them from getting that way.

"Clean Threads Torque Correct", true 35 years ago in shop class, true today !!

Thanks, guys.

Pete.