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Spray W-D 40 directly onto the rust allow to saturate 1 or 2 min. then scrub steel wool (triple ooo.) over the rust. once the the rust is gone spray a rust preventer over the spot or you may repaint it.

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That will help, especially if you don't want to paint the item; but you can also buy rust-neutralisers that convert and stabilise the oxide to give a more reliable surface for protective over-painting.

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