by "greyrider245" (greyridet245)
Published 02/25/2017 at 21:41
by "greyrider245" (greyridet245)
Published 02/25/2017 at 21:41
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Im planning on buying a rust free 3rd Gen 4Runner with some of the cash I received from the VW TDI settlement. I found a few in the non-rust belt parts of America, and will be road tripping one back to New York. I need tips on how to prevent rust on the chassis and body.
I looked into adding an undercoat treatment by Ziebart, but have been warned to stay away from such practices by some mechanics because it can make a mess for future repairs and modifications. I had the unlimited carwash subscription from Hoffmans Carwash through their drive through car wash, but I didn’t like how the mechanical arms added swirl marks to the clear coat on my Jetta SW. I guess everything is a compromise, just wondering if anybody out there has some brilliant idea I’ve never hear of.
"My X-type is too a real Jaguar" (TomSlick)
02/25/2017 at 21:45, STARS: 1
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"crowmolly" (crowmolly)
02/25/2017 at 21:50, STARS: 0
If that’s the underside of it, I would just stay ahead of the rust with periodic inspection.
Using POR15 or a similar product over the existing finish would not work too well.
"Bman76 (hates WS6 hoods, is on his phone and has 4 burners now)" (bman76-4)
02/25/2017 at 21:51, STARS: 9
Move to Arizona.
"jminer" (jminer)
02/25/2017 at 21:53, STARS: 5
Don’t drive it in winter or wash it immediately if you do. I live firmly in the rust belt and that’s about all you can do. It will eventually start to rust though...
"AkursedX" (akursedx)
02/25/2017 at 21:59, STARS: 0
Find a local rustproofing company like Carwell, or Rustkote and spend the 100 or so dollars on an application every fall.
It’s what I do at least and I’ve been happy with the results.
"G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3" (gbodyman)
02/25/2017 at 22:17, STARS: 2
From someone who lived (and will soon be back in) Ontario, here’s what works best.
-High quality undercoating, make sure the surface is clean then spray it wherever you can.
-Unlimited monthly wash pass with the under car pressure wash. Use it nearly every day.
-Good all season floor mats to prevent salt building up on the carpet.
-Knock your boots together before you get in.
-Don’t store it in a garage as that can accelerate the corrosion.
-If you find a couple bubbles in the spring, sand the area to bare metal and repaint.
"Daily Drives a Dragon - One Last Lap" (ddadragon)
02/25/2017 at 22:31, STARS: 0
Oh what year/options are you looking at?
"greyrider245" (greyrider245)
02/25/2017 at 23:57, STARS: 0
Thanks guys! I’m looking at any 3rd gen (‘96-’02) with a V6, and 4x4.
"HammerheadFistpunch" (hammerheadfistpunch)
02/26/2017 at 00:40, STARS: 0
There are some sprays and such. Some people use gear/motor oil spray for the chassis. Im not winning right now
"nafsucof" (galinskiomatic)
02/26/2017 at 07:24, STARS: 0
Fluid film or wd40 sprayed literally everywhere
"adamftw" (adamftw)
02/26/2017 at 08:31, STARS: 0
WaxOyl. Or a similar “never dries” treatment applied every year or every other year.
"Daily Drives a Dragon - One Last Lap" (ddadragon)
02/26/2017 at 10:09, STARS: 0
Wow. In the greys on you own post. that’s some next level Kinja. I have a 99 SR5 by the way.
"" (bignslow)
02/26/2017 at 10:15, STARS: 0
Definitely Zeibart. Basically dip the car in as much oil as you can.