Rust show stopper? - General Discussion - Car Talk Community
Jul 31, 2010 · Rust show stopper? General Discussion. used, mazda3, mazda. carbuyer25 July 31, 2010, 12:14am 1. I’m on the market for a used car (my first car) and I recently came across a 2004 Mazda 3 hatchback with 40,000 miles, for sale by the owner, who bought it new in 2004. Since the owner was a student who lived near campus the milage is low.
Is there a way to stop rust from spreading on my car?
Feb 4, 2001 · Of course it doesn't matter how good POR 15 is if the rust spot is like the one on my car and the panel is rusting from the inside out. (Very interesting and depressing to find rust bubbles that are covered with the car's original paint.) If the rust is on the outside though, POR 15 is a great idea. Zenmervolt
How to prevent further rust under a 22 year old Truck
Apr 27, 2012 · If not don’t worry about it and drive it. I would not waste a penny on rust prevention on this vehicle. Caddyman April 27, 2012, 9:49pm 7. The Farmer Method: Fill a cheap garden sprayer with drain oil and spray the entire undercarriage with it. Repeat every 6 months to a year…Warning. This makes a mess on the ground….
2008 Honda Accord bad rust - Car Talk Community
Sep 28, 2024 · To replace the rocker panels and pinch welds could cost $10,000, plus doors and rear quarter panel repairs. $20,000 cash deposit necessary, nobody is going to take you seriously. Keep using the car until it is no longer practical. 2 Likes. duhwynning_169199 September 28, 2024, 7:55pm 8.
Rust Specs - Maintenance/Repairs - Car Talk Community
Apr 21, 2011 · Rust Specs. Maintenance/Repairs. saab, 9-3. craigerv April 21, 2011, 1:41am 1. I have an '04 Saab and have been a little concerned about it’s corrosive future. In the last year I’ve noticed many tiny rust specs all over my car. I’ve always kept up with washing it, especially in Winter but nonetheless the problem seems to be getting worse.
2008 Honda Element - Needs rust rehab - Car Talk Community
Element_help October 13, 2024, 10:42pm 1. I have a 2008 Honda Element that needs full electrical repairs and some underbody work due to rust. Anyone knows of shops near Central Mass or RI that does this kind of work? The car hasn’t been driven since 2018. Purebred October 14, 2024, 11:00am 2. Not driven in six years, why?
Body rust work - Maintenance/Repairs - Car Talk Community
Mar 5, 2017 · Body rust work. Maintenance/Repairs. thunderbird, ford. Hollywood1974 March 5, 2017, 2:43am 1. I have a 1997 Ford Thunderbird that is my daily driver. The car runs good and is kept up as far as fluid changes and repairs go. However for the past couple of years, I have had a rust area on the lower right side by the back tire.
Rust from pipe leaking on to car - Car Talk Community
Jun 14, 2014 · Buffing will likely remove some or all of the clear coat. The detailer needs to replace the clear coat after removing the rust spot. Even though the rust is on top of the clear coat, it is small particles that will scratch the clear coat as these particles are removed. Polishing out the small scratches will remove the clear coat.
Stopping rust on a 2011 Ford Escape - Car Talk Community
Jun 2, 2018 · 2011 Ford Escape, rust forming on bottom edge of the hatch, is there something i can put on to inhibit rust. You need to sand the rust off, prime it, and paint it to prevent additional rusting. If the edge is rusted through, you may need a file to remove all the rusted metal. Then you should fill the area with body putty to keep the weather out ...
Remove rust stains from car's paint? - Car Talk Community
Jul 25, 2017 · Usually polishing compound and some elbow grease works pretty well for this. A mild solution of CLR and water might get the tougher spots done, too, although I’d test a small inconspicuous area first to make sure the CLR won’t damage the paint. lion9car July 25, 2017, 3:32pm 3. I’d try a clay bar first. If that doesn’t do the trick ...