Is boiled linseed oil a useful rust preventative for seasonal implements stored outdoors?

[CalG]

I seem to be adding attachments that are used only infrequently or seasonally.
Some are showing exposure. (rust and paint deterioration)

Would a spray of boiled (or even raw) linseed oil be as useful as something like " fluid film", or NH undercoating/

This would be an "OVER PAINT" application.

 

[pmsmechanic]

I use WD-40 for rust prevention in these kind of situations.

 

[jyoutz]

I seem to be adding attachments that are used only infrequently or seasonally.
Some are showing exposure. (rust and paint deterioration)

Would a spray of boiled (or even raw) linseed oil be as useful as something like " fluid film", or NH undercoating/

This would be an "OVER PAINT" application.

It will definitely be messy, but probably would help with surface protection. I would find another solution. Linseed oil has a habit of never fully solidifying. It’s good for wood because it soaks into the pores, but you’ll cuss it whenever you handle your implements. Why not use tarps until you come up with a better solution? I don’t worry about surface rust for ground engaging implements like plows and blades. After using them, the blade surfaces will be polished again.

 

[zzvyb6]

Mix it 50-50 with paint thinner to make your own much stronger version of "Thompson's Water Seal".

 

[jyoutz]

Mix it 50-50 with paint thinner to make your own much stronger version of "Thompson's Water Seal".

And it’s good for wood, not so much for metal. It will remain oily for a long time on metal surfaces.

 

[CalG]

Bo

It will definitely be messy, but probably would help with surface protection. I would find another solution. Linseed oil has a habit of never fully solidifying. It’s good for wood because it soaks into the pores, but you’ll cuss it whenever you handle your implements. Why not use tarps until you come up with a better solution? I don’t worry about surface rust for ground engaging implied plows and blades. After using them, the blade surfaces will be polished again.

Boiled oil does dry eventually.

I've never really had to handle a snow blower or snow blade. Not the chipper shredder for that matter. But the latter tool would surely collect DUST in any un-solidified oil.

I've got a gallon of each, boiled and raw linseed oil. I use the raw oil very seldom as it never dries except in seldom used wood.

 

[CalG]

I use WD-40 for rust prevention in these kind of situations.

WD-40 washes off with a evening dew.

NOT an option for me, BTDT

Check the MSDS for WD-40

Stoddard solvent with a bit of varnish added to keep the squeaks from returning so quickly.

 

[CalG]

It will definitely be messy, but probably would help with surface protection. I would find another solution. Linseed oil has a habit of never fully solidifying. It’s good for wood because it soaks into the pores, but you’ll cuss it whenever you handle your implements. Why not use tarps until you come up with a better solution? I don’t worry about surface rust for ground engaging implements like plows and blades. After using them, the blade surfaces will be polished again.

Yes, I spent this entire day working on the BACK side of the snow blade.

I figure the front side will polish clean if we get snow!

 

[rswyan]

Penetrol by Flood:

 

[kneedeep]

Boiled linseed oil preserves wood tool handles and trailer boards.
I don’t think use on metal will work.