By Dale Golla

As some of you may know, ST Magazine is based in Michigan. Being a born and raised Michigander myself, I can confidently say that we get all kinds of weather here. It may depend on the season more than others, but in the span of one year we usually get to see all seasons and the weather that comes with it. This can make storing things that are made of metal quite a challenge. Before you know it, boats, bikes, cars, and just about anything made of metal will end up getting rust or corrosion due to the elements if left outside! And that’s not even considering all the bodies of water we have around to make the situation worse (it’s a pretty wet place here). Even when taking good care of your property, it is commonplace for things to get old and start to fall apart. It’s time that the people who care about their vehicles and property start to take care of it for the long term, the right way. That all starts with the BoeShield T-9 Rust and Corrosion Protection from Boeing and PMS Products. 

Ever looked out of a plane and wondered how they keep the plane so well maintained? Sometimes it’s so glossy and shiny it’s almost as if it came right out of a wash. Apart from the plane getting a small wash before taking off, another main reason no rust or corrosion is ever seen on a good plane is because of the Boeshield T-9. This product was developed by the Boeing company in order to address the issue of part degradation over time/while in the air. At the time, there were no good protections for this kind of hazard; therefore, Boeing decided that they would engineer their own protection, creating the Boeshield T-9. Afterward, they gave the production and distribution rights over to PMS Products where they still create it today. This lubrication is purposefully made for metal surfaces to protect against rust and corrosion, while also decreasing the friction. The Boeshield T-9 spray uses a unique formulation of solvent carrier and paraffin wax coating engineered to penetrate crevices deeply, displace moisture, dissolve minor corrosion, and leave a clean, waxy coating with lasting durability-without using Teflon, silicone, fluorocarbons, MEK, or acetone.

We were lucky enough to be sent some to our office where several others tested out its properties. The can uses a small red straw to distribute the solvent, like an air duster for keyboards. While walking around my garage, I noticed my Dad’s old 1972 Schwinn bicycle. The solvent that comes out starts off foamy but quickly turns itself back to a liquid consistency, allowing to get into those harder to reach cracks. Once applied, just let it sit for a minute or two to let the solvent work. Not only did you protect your metal surface from future corrosion, but also lubricated a stuck joint or squeaky hinge. To be more specific on the kinds of surfaces one might use this for, take a look at this long list of potential locations:

  • Marine (boat)

– Engines

– Electrical Circuits

– Deck Hardware

  • Bicycle

– Chains

– Cables

– Pedals

  • Automotive

– Engine

– Electrical

– Undercarriage

  • RV Maintenance

– Jackstands

– Slide outs

– Steps and Awnings

  • Tools

– Saw Tabletops

– Lathes and Bits

– Hand Tools

  • Household items

– Garage Doors

– Locks and Hinges

– Garden Equipment 

Of course, there are many other applications not listed that you can use the Boeshield T-9 for. If it’s something you want protected from the environment/lubricated, then this is for you! You can purchase this product for a retail price of $19.99 (for the 4oz. spray). It comes in spray cans of both 12oz and 4oz, while also giving the option of a 4oz drip variant made especially for bikes. They also have other products like the T-9 that is made for removing rust that is already there, as well as a Resin, Gum, and Pitch remover. You can get all 3 on their website in a special bundle, which I can highly recommend. If you want to get in contact about wholesale pricing or find out more about this product, you can head over to their website at www.boeshield.com and use the email fill-out form they have. Or, give them a call at (616) 355-6615. And remember, let them know you saw the product in ST Magazine!