Rust repair

[Charlie207]

@Charlie207 that YT channel I mentioned has a video on how to glue-on panels. I had personally never heard of that, but then again, I'm not an expert on body work. But googling around, that seems like a thing. May want to look to see if that's an option for you. You still have to do body filler.

Also, for maximum corrosion protection, I believe the standard system is a 2k epoxy, then a 2k primer (or sealer or primer-surfacer, depending on application), base coat, 2k clearcoat. This is on bright, prepared steel. You want to remove, cut or grind off any corrosion, of course.

The POR15 and similar are fine for frames, suspensions and undercarriage though.

I'm looking for an all-in-one kit. Assume I've never done this before.

Is there something like this for exterior rust: https://www.eastwood.com/por15-stop-rust-kit-grey-40929.html?gQT=1

 

[Charlie207]

I just saw this, and it sparked some memories from being on ships back in the day... It's what the Chief said to use after they scraped the chunks of rust off the ship.

Ospho Rust Treatment - Since 1947

Ospho rust treatment has been killing rust in the Marine, Industrial and Automove fields since 1947

www.ospho.com

 

[GMCChevy]

I'm looking for an all-in-one kit. Assume I've never done this before.

Is there something like this for exterior rust: https://www.eastwood.com/por15-stop-rust-kit-grey-40929.html?gQT=1

No, the problem is its rusting from behind.
If you're going to do it yourself get one of these to get the rust and paint. Get rust converter of some sort to try to get inside the holes that will be there then do the usual filler, primer paint etc and hopefully it lasts a little while before coming back.

 

[strutaeng]

I just saw this, and it sparked some memories from being on ships back in the day... It's what the Chief said to use after they scraped the chunks of rust off the ship.

Ospho Rust Treatment - Since 1947

Ospho rust treatment has been killing rust in the Marine, Industrial and Automove fields since 1947

www.ospho.com

Umm. I looked at the technical data sheets and it only lists it for subframes, axles, control arms, etc. Basically undercarriage.

Further, on the instructions it says for topcoating if exposed to UV, use their POR 2k urethane. IDK if that product is available in GM body colors, probably not? Is your truck a metallic color?

Oops, meant to reply to your previous post...

 

[Charlie207]

Umm. I looked at the technical data sheets and it only lists it for subframes, axles, control arms, etc. Basically undercarriage.

Further, on the instructions it says for topcoating if exposed to UV, use their POR 2k urethane. IDK if that product is available in GM body colors, probably not? Is your truck a metallic color?

Oops, meant to reply to your previous post...

RPO code: 41U Onyx Black

I suppose I could use that on the inside of the fenders/wheel wells.

How sketchy is this: https://www.ebay.com/itm/276173352930

 

[strutaeng]

RPO code: 41U Onyx Black

I suppose I could use that on the inside of the fenders/wheel wells.

How sketchy is this: https://www.ebay.com/itm/276173352930

That 2k clearcoat aerosol is actually legit. Check out YT channel Paint Society. He painted an entire fender or door on a Civic or something small with aerosol Duplicolor from the local parts store, and that 2k clearcoat aerosol.

So, yes, aerosols are definitely an option for doing a single body panel. I just don't think it will be ideal or economical to do something larger like a hood on these trucks. Hoods are pretty large. Even with a full blown spray gun, it's difficult to keep a wet edge when spraying.

 

[strutaeng]

Here's I guess another video than the one I was thinking about, but same idea.

 

[Charlie207]

Here's I guess another video than the one I was thinking about, but some idea.

I appreciate it. I'll need all the help I can get.

And then probably still hide it all with fender flairs.

 

[YukonGTmaster]

This is what I use on my '97 GT. I have my entire frame, and underbody coated. It works awesome on rust.