Yes.
I also painted my bolts before setting them in concrete with primer, which
helped a lot, and kept them covered with tape during the pour so they don't get
boogered up with concrete splashes.
chris
KF7P
On Mar 27, 2017, at 9:35 AM, Grant Saviers wrote:
> A big step up from WD40 for rust prevention is LPS 3, available spray or
> liquid. Works well and easy to remove later.
>
> Another fix I use is spray zinc "cold" galvanizing as I had to machine some
> custom steel spacers under the base plate for leveling.
>
> Grant KZ1W
>
> On 3/27/2017 7:03 AM, Chris wrote:
>> Hi Jeff,
>>
>> If they stay uncovered I would say some rust is normal, yes. BUT! Do this:
>> Spray each bolt and nut with a liberal coating of WD40. Then make some
>> caps to cover them out of short lengths of PVC and PVC caps of the
>> appropriate size that will fit over the bolt/nut. Respray twice a year; at
>> least it won't get any worse. I did this from the get -go and no rust on
>> mine so far.
>>
>> Chris
>> KF7P
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Mar 27, 2017, at 7:55 AM, Jeff Draughn wrote:
>>
>>> When I installed my used HDX-555 I purchased new base anchor bolts from US
>>> Towers. After about 3 years the bolts have a coat of rust on them. Is this
>>> normal?
>>> Nothing else is rusting at all including the nuts for the bolts which were
>>> ordered at the same time.
>>> Thanks,
>>> Jeff
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