Rust bubbles on engine cover
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Rust bubbles on engine cover
These bubbles have been festering as long as I've had the car (8 years). The big blister has started to pop, so I'm thinking its time to do something about it.
I went to a good body shop and they thought the rust was coming from the underside. Real hard to tell as that area is covered by a brace.
So only way to tell is to "dig in". Once I'm done, regardless of what I find, I'll want to neutralize the exposed rust and prime the spot. I'll then talk to shop about next steps.
Any recommendations on products to use against the rust?
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Three Wheelin'
I'm no body man, but the POR-15 products are very good for rust issues too. Tricky spot under the bracing. I would be interested to see how the body shop tackles it.
Alternatively, Getty has a glass lid for ~$500. Considering the price of body shop labor, that may be a path worth investigating? -Assuming their lids don't require any fitting work.
Alternatively, Getty has a glass lid for ~$500. Considering the price of body shop labor, that may be a path worth investigating? -Assuming their lids don't require any fitting work.
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Yes its been painted. Had damage on right rear quarter. I am thinking cover might be a replacement that had rust issue.
I guess this isnt a common issue.
I'l get a rust neutralizer and dig into it. We'l see.
I guess this isnt a common issue.
I'l get a rust neutralizer and dig into it. We'l see.