Jim,
I don’t know if you are familiar with this product already but I thought
it couldn’t hurt to bring it to SurvivalBlog readers attention. It is called “Dip
Seal” protective removable coatings, peels off like a banana [skin]. It
is,
from
the company’s own description two or three different types of plastic seal, “Type
one coatings are the most commonly used for corrosion protection. These coatings
leave an oil film on the protected part. A relatively hard coating that is excellent
for long-term storage and protection from rough handling. Part numbers, UPC codes,
etc., can be easily seen through any of the transparent Type One colors. Recommended
dipping temperature for all Type One coatings is 350° F.”
I thought this type of seal could be used as a part of a redundant system of
sealing parts, etc. for long term storage. I’ve used the product myself
and like it very much. If one is peeling off the seal it’s rather easy
not messy at all and leaves no unwanted residue or particles as long as you check
to make sure its all been removed. They have different types of seals some with
oil and some without, so the user would want to be aware of what was okay or
advantageous to seal with which type of Dip Seal product. For what it does
it’s a safe product
to work with and not pricey either.
-
John T.
JWR Replies: Thanks for that recommendation. It is a precaution that is particularly appropriate in damp climates. Just be sure to start with tools that are free of rust, since in some circumstances oxidation can continue even underneath dip sealing.