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Re: [TowerTalk] Removing concrete from the galvanized steel legs

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Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Removing concrete from the galvanized steel legs
From: <john@kk9a.com>
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2023 18:30:12 -0400
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Yes, hydrochloric acid will attack the zinc coating.

John KK9A


David Gilbert ab7e wrote:

Pretty sure it will also make short work of the zinc.

Dave   AB7E


On 6/10/2023 1:05 PM, Steve, NR4M wrote:
> Muriatic acid, with gloves, using a rag.  It will make very short work of
the Portland cement in the concrete.   It's the stuff that is used to etch
concrete floors in preparation for painting them with paints, like a two
part epoxy. Just was it well when your done.  ( Rub some baking soda on tha
area to see if it's been sufficiently neutralized )
>
> Steve NR4M

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