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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Jeepfreak81, post: 24853824, member: 93888&quot;]I actually have a bunch of dessicant I use already.&nbsp; I keep some in my safe and some in my tool boxes to keep things from rusting.&nbsp; It&#039;s way cheaper than those special products like Zerust for tools.</p><p><br /></p><p>The link I posted above seems to provide some compelling evidence that sealing with Shellac is the way to go, using multiple coats.&nbsp; It claims that tinted works better.</p><p><br /></p><p>The ammo can idea is really cool, I love repurposing ammo cans.&nbsp; I have a couple in my Jeep for tie downs and tow straps</p><p><br /></p><p>EDIT - if anyone wants to see the data for the testing of various finishes and their Moisture blocking values you can check it out here - <a href="https://www.fpl.fs.usda.gov/documnts/fplrp/fplrp462.pdf" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://www.fpl.fs.usda.gov/documnts/fplrp/fplrp462.pdf" rel="nofollow">https://www.fpl.fs.usda.gov/documnts/fplrp/fplrp462.pdf</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Pretty interesting stuff, but you also have to consider the VOCs and off gassing of the finishes.&nbsp; Shellac seems to perform well with a fairly quick off gassing time as it&#039;s alcohol based.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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