Boeshield

[asianflava]

I was wondering if anyone has used Boeshield on their tools.

The instructions are vague, I was wondering how often to apply it. I put some on my saw when I first got it. 2 months later I had a slight surface rust form on the cast iron. The cast iron tops rust so fast, I'll try anything to slow it down.

Should I use something different?

[IndyTom]

Asianflava, Have you ever tried plain old Johnson's Paste Wax? It is what I use. Even when I am busy in the shop it lasts a couple of months. It is easy to apply, and there is little danger of it interfering with any wood finishes.

Tom

[Chris C]

I use it extensively in my shop. It is a real lifesaver on steel table surfaces like bandsaws, jointers, and table saws. I use it anywhere rust is or could be a problem. It's great and I recommend it frequently. That said, plain old floor wax will do the same thing..........offer the same protection...........but it's not anywhere as easy to use.

[IndyTom]

Chris,
I have always been afraid of Boeshield because my understanding is that it is silicone based. I have been afraid that it could cause finishing problems, specifically the dreaded fisheye.

Have you ever had any finishing problems that you thought might be caused by the Boeshield?
Tom

[Chris C]

Oops! (Double post because the darned site is screwing up again!)

[Chris C]

None whatsoever, Tom. But then again, I never use laquer for any of my work. All my finishes are hand rubbed and fish eye is never a problem. But I never spray it on a surface and just leave it, unless I'm not planning on using the tool for some time. Then when I come back, I just rub it off with a rag and all is well. I don't know how much silicone it has in it, but what stays on the surface is parriffin. Just enough to protect the steel from moisture.

[IndyTom]

Thanks Chris. I think I will give it a try. It has got to be easier than buffing out paste wax. Guess there goes the only real exercise I ever got.

[asianflava]

I think it is parrafin based. I got this from the website:

BOESHIELD T-9® - Rust prevention and lubrication from Boeing Aviation®. Spray on saw tables and all tools. Wipe off for thin-film lubrication, or let dry for storage protection. Contains no silicone or Teflon, will not pick up on wood.

[Juneaudave]

I've used it on my boat engine to protect from salt water corrosion. It works pretty good for that. I don't remember it resulting in a "hard" paste wax finish that you get with good old Johnsons on a table saw or similar woodworking tools.