If you are located in a high humidity area you might want to wipe it down with a thin coating of WD40. Once you get a replacement, that is.
vpi jmw tonarm rust yes rust
I just love the fact that my new vpi scout's tonearm is starting to rust. I thought it was aluminum. Either way this is rediculous for a product with it's reputation. If I had a digital camera I'd post some pics.