How do I get my insulator off?

[dario]

Muriatic answer is what we use in the insulator hobby. But it MUST be done CAREFULLY!!!! There are many things like fumes, burns, disposal, ventilation, etc. that need to be considered. And yes it does take time to "soak" it. Some people just cut it off at the base with a metal bladed Sawzall. And I agree, it is nice on its original pin.

 

[Fenndango]

I have to soak the giant top of an M-4425 at some point. My friend puts them in giant, thick plastic contractor bags, pours the muriatic acid on the cemented part and ties off the bag, which he leaves outside on a deck at his apartment in Chicago (lol).

But yeah muriatic acid is no joke I wear a ventilator, rubber gloves that cover my whole arms, goggles. Add acid to water not water to acid if you dilute it. And I forgot about disposal. Transfer Station will take it, or you can add a base until it's pH is neutral.

Personally I stay far away from the stuff.

 

[Fenndango]

And make sure no kids or animals are able to access it. That one scares me the most, some little kid exploring.

 

[dumpicker]

I think I like it as it is to! How should I display it?

a few turns of copper wire might be nice

 

[Brutalfly]

I sprayed wd40 do one of mine and let it sit for a week or so and then was able to get it off of the metal by slowly maneuvering it.

 

[Digger 57]

I got this insulator today and it was dug so the insulator is pretty much glued to the metal. Any idea on how to "unglue" it.

Thanks in advance

Soak it in vinegar for a couple days. Vinegar will dissolve the rust will take a few days. Good luck