Cider Press

Discussion in 'Homesteading Questions' started by Oregonsparkie, Sep 22, 2004.

  1. Sep 22, 2004 #1
    Oregonsparkie

    Oregonsparkie Well-Known Member

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    I just bought a antique cider press, the cast iron type.....

    What is the best way to clean it up and what should I use to lubricate the moving parts??
     
    Oregonsparkie, Sep 22, 2004
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  3. Sep 22, 2004 #2
    mtman

    mtman Well-Known Member

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    depends where you are at you can go to the hardware store and get a food grade oil
     
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  5. Sep 23, 2004 #3
    Oregonsparkie

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    So, whats the best way to clean cast iron..It has some rust and crud on it. I know I could probably use a wire brush but what about soaking the press in something?

    Any ideas??
     
    Oregonsparkie, Sep 23, 2004
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  6. Sep 23, 2004 #4
    mtman

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    myself i would sand it then oil it i dont like the wire brush thing one of the bristels might break off cause more rusting or worse yet come out in your cider
     
    mtman, Sep 23, 2004
    mtman, Sep 23, 2004