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WD-40 Specialist 01078 Rust Release Penetrant Spray, 311-g

#038-1587-0
WD-40 Specialist 01078 Rust Release Penetrant Spray, 311-g
$15.99
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WD-40 Specialist 01078 Rust Release Penetrant Spray, 311-g

$15.99

Product Details

Break the rust bonds that hold stuck parts together with our WD-40 Specialist Penetrant spray. It specifically targets corroded or rusted components and mechanisms. This powerful formula helps you loosens stuck or seized parts by targeting corrosion quickly and easily. The penetrant has an extremely low surface tension, meaning it can cut through rust, seams and tightly-bonded threads to easily saturate and lubricate seized fixings. The capillary action of the formula means it can help you reach tight and hard to reach spaces. Highly water resistant, WD-40 Specialist Penetrant can also displace moisture that may be disrupting smooth movement, and can be used as a preventative to prohibit the build up of rust and corrosion in the future.

  • WD-40 Specialist Rust Release Penetrant Spray is fast acting, penetrates rust, and frees corroded nuts and bolts

  • Contains Blu Torch technology, which is a unique blend of solvents, metal working fluids, and surfactants that provide fast-acting penetration

  • Helps prevent rust and corrosion from re-forming and leaves behind a lubricating layer

  • Ideal for use on nuts, bolts, threads, locks, chains and rusted things that are stuck and won't move. Safe to use on plastics, rubber and metal

  • Size: 311 g

Part Number 01178
Product Volume (L) 0.31 l
Product Volume (gal) 0.08 gal (US)
Product Weight (g) 442.00 g
Product Weight (kg) 0.44 kg
Product Weight (lb) 0.97 lb
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a month ago
I have been using WD40 Products for at least 60 years. Everything from kinds toys to BB Guns , Than Firearms, cars , home and Industry, and Aerospace. Just started using the penatrate, and it has worked well. It is a lighter penatrate than PB blaster, or Howe's penatrate. More like CRC ultra penatrate. I have been using this on a restoration job on a 5 Ton portable crane. Working great on the rusty hinges, and latches. Control cables and switches. Next , I will try it on some of the bolts that are bigger than 3/8". I have been testing WD-40 And these other penetrates on this job, seeing which one works the best , for each lube problem. I am placing manufacturers Product decals on the 5 Ton Crane, showing which products are being used in the restoration. I am also , videoing this project for my YouTube channel. Matthew Spence @ MuseumMatt. I need some WD-40 Decals

Yes, I recommend this product.

  • Hansen 5 Ton portable crane restoration project.

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So easy to use and it works

2 months ago
I love how it folds down (and does not get lost). It makes it easy to use in hard to reach places.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on wd40.com

Great item

2 months ago
Down in Florida, everything rusts or gums up. This stuff really work on all of it.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on wd40.com

Using WD-40 as a penetrate to remove rusty bolts.

7 months ago
I’ve been using WD-40 for years but I just had to relate my last experience in using your product. I was changing an alternator in my car and a bracket I needed to remove had three 10 mm rusty bolts. I couldn’t budge any of them without fear of snapping one or more of them. Then I would have been in big trouble, so I sprayed all of them with WD-40 and let them sit for 15 minutes. Next, with a socket I was able to turn off all three very slowly but without breaking any of them. Good job WD-40.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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WD-40 Rust penetrant review

8 months ago
I bought this to release the Oxygen sensors on my exhaust system , Sprayed on and tried them in 5 minutes they came off like a no ride at the rodeo...

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Q: Can I use this for my bike chain.? 

3 years ago
2 Answers
  • A: The WD-40 Specialist Rust Release Penetrant product can be used for this application, and is ideal for use on nuts, bolts, threads, locks, chains and rusted things that are stuck and won't move. It is safe to use on plastics, rubber and metal. You may also want to consider use of our WD-40 Specialist Bike Chain Cleaner & Degreaser (073-0070-8), and our WD-40 Specialist Bike All-Conditions Chain Lube (073-0072-4) products for cleaning, and lubrication needs of your bike.

    3 years ago
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Q: Can I use this product to release and unscrew a rusty stuck Push/Pull bathtub stopper, without damaging the bath tub?

11 years ago
2 Answers
  • A: Absolutely you can. If you can, remove the escutcheon plate to give yourself more access to spray the linkage pieces. If you are worried about the porcelain paint or the finish on a fiberglass tub,.. DON'T. wipe off any over spray or drops after you spray the joints.

    10 years ago
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Q: WD-40 Specialist Rust Release Penetrant Spray Product #38-1587-0 Can this product be used to coat the end of commercial grade 300 Watt light blubs to prevent them from drying out and resulting in them be hard to remove.

12 years ago
2 Answers
  • A: We would suggest that this application is not recommended due to the dielectric strength of the product, or the capacity of the product to withstand electric voltage. A dialectic grease product would likely be more appropriate for your requirements.

    12 years ago
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Q: Will it break the rust in a trailer hitch receiver? Rust develops in the receiver sticking the hitch in it. I often need to remove it to use a hitch mounted carrier. Rust can make it difficult to remove, will this help?

a year ago
1 Answer
  • A: For this application, our 3-IN-ONE RVcare Trailer Hitch Lube (040-9706-2) would be recommended. This problem-solving trailer hitch gel lube tackles three areas: lubrication, rust prevention and noise reduction. The thick gel formulation means the lubricant stays put after spraying, covering trailer hitch balls, receivers and couplers without dripping everywhere - an issue regular oils can create. The result? A quieter, smoother trailer ride for up to a year thanks to reduced friction and wear between moving parts, while rust is kept at bay. Simply spray this all-in-one solution onto your hitch components for easy, mess-free lubrication to extend the life of your trailer ball and receiver.

    a year ago
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Q: Would this product (WD-40 Specialist 01078 Rust Release Penetrant Spray) help to remove rust from a car's metal license plate?

3 years ago
1 Answer
  • A: WD-40 Specialist® Rust Release Penetrant Spray is not specifically designed to remove rust, but is a fast-acting penetrant with capillary action to penetrate deep into crevices, threads and seams to break the rust bonds that hold stuck parts together. It is a low odor formula that works on contact to free rusted nuts, bolts, threads, locks, and chains leaving behind a protective layer that prevents rust and corrosion from re-forming.

    3 years ago
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Q: Hi, can i use this product on steel rims? Do i still need to paint and wax the steel surface after i have used this product?

5 years ago
1 Answer
  • A: Please note that this product is not meant for rust removal. It is a fast acting product that penetrates rust, and frees corroded nuts and bolts. It is ideal for use on nuts, bolts, threads, locks, chains and rusted things that are stuck and won't move. It is safe to use on plastics, rubber and metal.

    5 years ago
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Q: Would this product be good for a RV slide track?

5 years ago
1 Answer
  • A: The WD-40 Specialist Rust Release Penetrant product is meant for penetrating rust, and freeing corroded nuts and bolts. For this application, the WD-40 Water Resistant Specialist Silicone Lubricant (038-1586-2) would be a better choice. In addition, the 3-IN-ONE RVCare Slide-Out Silicone Lube (040-9704-6) is designed specifically for the RV slide track, and can be found in the RV/trailer aisle of most stores.

    5 years ago
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Q: Is it safe to use on painted metal without damaging the paint?

6 years ago
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  • A: Yes, you can use the WD-40 Specialist Rust Release Penetrant product on painted metal without damaging the paint.

    6 years ago
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Q: What is saved to list and where is the list?

6 years ago
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  • A: We do not understand your question. Please post a new question or contact your local Canadian Tire for assistance. We apologize for the inconvenience.

    6 years ago
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Q: my skateboard is rusted up and its so rusty the screws wont come out so would this loosen and take out the rust

12 years ago
1 Answer
  • A: Given the customer’s situation the WD-40 Rust Penetrant would be a suitable product to use; we cannot guarantee that the bolt will be unseized but the product will help dissolve the rust and help free the bolt. I hope this helps.

    12 years ago
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