Cleaning rusty shot

[firedinglass]

My tumbler,shot,has,gone,rusty after,I,left it too dry, I now,remember that I should leave it in a soapy solution. I have read various tips on cleaning it,and,the tumbler ,  from TSP ( never tried) , barrelbrite ( think mine must,have lost it's strength) Eco washing crystal, Fairy liquid,and  Flat Coke!
  Does anybody  have experience or comments  on these!

[mizgeorge]

The problem with using regular shot (rather than stainless, which is more expensive) is that unless it's completely dry it will rust.

In honesty, it's probably best to just buy a new bag.

[firedinglass]

I have found some other shot in the depths of my workshop that is OK.
But I would like to ask you how it is best to store it between use , as I only use it occasionally?
Also would you recommend using flat Coke to clean the barrel of a second hand Lortone I have managed to find?
Not sure which medium it was used for, rocks or jewellery. It was described as a gem sparkler.
Thank you so much  George for all your invaluable advice!

[mizgeorge]

I just pop my barrels (just the rubber components) on the top rack of my dishwasher. Seems to work fine!

[JanieD]

I just pop my barrels (just the rubber components) on the top rack of my dishwasher. Seems to work fine!

Nice tip George, definitely pinch that one!


Jane