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Rust is created when bare metal is exposed to both oxygen and water. This creates iron oxide, better known as rust. Rust eats away at the surrounding metal, which can cause connection problems and over time makes the vehicle less structurally secure as the rust penetrates the vehicles steel crumple zones. Immediate action is required as soon as the rust appears to stop it from spreading throughout the entire car body.

Instructions

1

Remove any loose rust from the car with the wire brush. Keep using the wire brush until the bare metal underneath the rust shows through.

2

Mix the fiberglass paste included in the repair kit with the correct amount of hardener. Use a putty knife to apply the mixed paste behind the rust holes. Be sure to press the paste securely into the rust damage.

3

Wait for the paste to harden, then use the sandpaper to sand off any excess paste or rust debris.

4

Mix together the body filler and hardener, then spread over the rust-damaged area. Wait for the filler to harden, then use sandpaper to sand the area smooth.

5

Use a solvent wipe to remove any dust or grease from the area. Shake the primer can to mix the paint, then apply the first coat of primer over the damaged area.

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Wait for the primer to dry, then sand the area. Apply a second coat of primer and wait for it to dry. Then sand again. Repeat this process until the primer surface is even with the rest of the cars paint.

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Spray a few thin coats of the topcoat paint over the primer area. Wait for the topcoat to dry, then polish it with a polishing compound to blend the paint into the rest of the cars paint.

Exposure of a metal surface to oxygen and water causes it to rust. The resultant structural damage can be substantial and extensive if left unchecked. In addition to the structural damage, rust can depreciate the value of a vehicle and spoil its look. And while periodic checks can help in checking the spread of rust, it cannot be completely avoided. The good news, however, is that rust can be removed.

Instructions

Removing Rust

1

Park the vehicle in a shaded location, out of direct sunlight and roll up the windows.

2

Put on protective gloves, dust mask and safety goggles.

3

Define the area of work. To do this, mask the area around the rusted spot with a tarp that has been sealed with painters tape.

4

Apply the rust-removing solvent to the rust-affected area. These solvents are available at auto body stores.

5

Reapply thin coats of rust-removing solvent to the rusted area. This should be done at regular intervals of 10 to 15 minutes over the next two hours. Ideally, you should be able to apply seven or eight coats of the solvent.

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Wipe the final coat of rust solvent on the rusted area with a dry shop towel and rub vigorously until the rust comes off and there is a shiny and lective surface.

7

Apply a thin layer of auto body glaze to the cleaned metal surface using a soft-bristled paintbrush. Allow it to dry.

Primer and Paint

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Prepare the surface for the primer by marking rough groves in the affected area. To do this, rub the affected area (coated with the auto body glaze) with 400-grit sandpaper. This will mark the surface with rough groves, making it easy for the primer to sit.

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Apply thin coats of the primer to the surface. Use a high-quality auto body primer. Ideally, three coats of the primer should be applied at intervals of 10 minutes.

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Allow the primer to cure overnight.

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Using a 150-grit paper, lightly hand sand the primer treated area until the surface is smooth.

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Apply three to four thin coats of paint to the newly cleaned surface. The interval between each coat of paint should ideally be two hours, or as long as recommended by the manufacturer.

Cylinders are part of a car engine. Pistons slide up and down inside the cylinders, so clean cylinders help your car engine run smoothly. A car is also more powerful with more cylinders in the engine. Rust builds on the walls of a cylinder over time, especially if the engine has been removed from your car. Rust causes the pistons to grind against the cylinder walls, damaging the efficiency of your car engine. The method you should use to repair your cylinders depends on the amount of rust on the cylinder walls.

Instructions

1

Rub the rust on your cylinder with steel wool, if there is only a small amount of rust on the walls. Scrub the cylinder walls with your steel wool, occasionally washing the wool in warm water to get rid of any excess rust.

2

Fix your flex hone drill attachment to the end of your power drill. A flex hone attachment consists of a wheel covered in metal balls, and you can use it to remove a large amount of rust. You can buy one at an auto parts store.

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Put on your protective goggles. Turn on your power drill and gently run the flex hone over the rust on your cylinder walls. The flex hone will scrape off the rust and clean your cylinders. Oil your flex hone regularly to prevent damage to the metal balls. When you have removed all the rust, clean the walls of your cylinders using a rag.

Rust is the process of corrosion of iron and iron alloys. When rust accumulates on an object, such as your car, it causes more than aesthetic damage. Corrosive rust buildup can lead to the overall integrity failure of the item, which can force costly repairs and even physical injury. Luckily, with proper care and upkeep, you can stop corrosive rusting.

Instructions

1

Clean your items frequently according to the methods best suited to the item. For example, wash and dry your car thoroughly whenever dirt and debris builds up on the car and undercarriage. By simply washing away dirt and debris, you help prevent the onset of corrosion.

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Apply a finishing product that is specifically designed for rust prevention. Depending on the item you want to prevent from rusting, you should be able to find a wax, oil, finisher or spray that you can use during or after you clean your item as a rust inhibitor. These items, such as rust-prevention oils for golf clubs, are usually sold in hardware stores or specialty stores geared toward your item.

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Repair rust stains as soon as you see them developing on your item. This is especially important in large items, such as automobiles. Whenever you see rust or an area where the paint or steel has bubbled, repair the rust damage before it spreads. If it is a small area, you can scrape rust pieces away with a straightedge blade, warm water and soap. After ridding the item of the rust, apply a metal conditioner or primer before repainting or repairing the area to prevent the rust from forming again. You can make your own rust-inhibitor at home by combining 1/4-cup of anhydrous lanolin with 1 1/4 cups of paint thinner and stirring until blended. Using a paint brush or cloth, apply this cleaning solution directly to areas where you have removed rust. You can also soak small items such as screws or bolts in the solution for several minutes to remove rust.