Need Tips on How To Prevent Rust

"greyrider245" (greyridet245) 02/25/2017 at 21:41 • Filed to: None

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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 > greyrider245 02/25/2017 at 21:45

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crowmolly > greyrider245 02/25/2017 at 21:50

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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) > greyrider245 02/25/2017 at 21:51

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Move to Arizona.

jminer > greyrider245 02/25/2017 at 21:53

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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 > greyrider245 02/25/2017 at 21:59

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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 > greyrider245 02/25/2017 at 22:17

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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 > greyrider245 02/25/2017 at 22:31

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Oh what year/options are you looking at?

greyrider245 > Daily Drives a Dragon - One Last Lap 02/25/2017 at 23:57

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Thanks guys! I’m looking at any 3rd gen (‘96-’02) with a V6, and 4x4.

HammerheadFistpunch > greyrider245 02/26/2017 at 00:40

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There are some sprays and such. Some people use gear/motor oil spray for the chassis. Im not winning right now

nafsucof > greyrider245 02/26/2017 at 07:24

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Fluid film or wd40 sprayed literally everywhere

adamftw > greyrider245 02/26/2017 at 08:31

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WaxOyl. Or a similar “never dries” treatment applied every year or every other year.

Daily Drives a Dragon - One Last Lap > greyrider245 02/26/2017 at 10:09

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Wow. In the greys on you own post. that’s some next level Kinja. I have a 99 SR5 by the way.

 > greyrider245 02/26/2017 at 10:15

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Definitely Zeibart. Basically dip the car in as much oil as you can.