Will Navel Jelly (phosphoric acid) harm tires?

[ZmOz]

The wheels on my "new" truck are a bit rusty. I tried some Navel Jelly rust remover on one of the wheels, it helped alot. Does anybody know if it will harm the tires if I get it on them? The main ingredient is phosphoric acid. It does come in a plastic bottle...

 

[Terry H]

Re: Will Navel Jelly (phosphoric acid) harm tires?

you'll be just fine... Chief

 

[beniam]

Re: Will Navel Jelly (phosphoric acid) harm tires?

ZmOz<br />Had some limited experience with naval jelly.<br />If the rust is light (superficial), naval jelly will reduce the oxydized metal.<br />phosphoric acid will turn rust back into less rusted metal.<br />If heavy rust, scaly,you need to brush,sand etc. first.<br />Phosphoric acid will reduce oxydized metal. It will also combine with oils, fats etc.(your skin oils).<br />Dont know for sure, but think it is not a problem for your tire-SHORT (half hour or so)exposure,and wash off with baking soda afterwards.<br />Be happy, enjoy shiny wheels and boat often. Batavier