Sorry sir
Zamac will not oxidize in to dust. If Zamac turns to dust it is
because there is some lead in the mix.
Thank you
Larry Jackman
Boca Raton FL
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On Oct 4, 2007, at 9:23 AM, Martin A. Johnson wrote:
> the Zamac and other White metals can oxidize into a dust, where as
> Pewter, (softer) and Zinc - harder alloys should not doo this under
> normal conditions, but it is always a very slight possibility.
> ERTL tractors are die cast zinc, pressurized castings, and most
> have lasted decades w/o any damage, but I have seen a few with
> oxidation problems. Perhaps a poor mix of alloys? or exposure to
> chemicals, or other oxidents?
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> Treat you castings correctly, paint, or other finish, compatible
> with the alloy.
> Store properly, climate and moisture control, now I don't mean
> museum specs, but avoid extremes in climate change.
>
> Marty Johnson
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