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Jul 6, 2010 | 05:50 AM

jay173

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Rust Under The Car

So there are a few things under my car that are rusting and I was wondering how you fix that?

My rear axle and the front tire rods are rusting. The rear axle looks bad enough to replace but im not sure. Can I just scrape it off and paint it?

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Jul 6, 2010 | 07:05 AM

JamesC

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From: Lawrence, KS

Car: Met. Silver 85 IROC/Sold

Engine: 350 HO Deluxe (350ci/330hp)

Transmission: T-5 (Non-WC)

Axle/Gears: Limited Slip 3.23's

Re: Rust Under The Car

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The rear axle looks bad enough to replace but im not sure. Can I just scrape it off and paint it?

Take a look at POR-15 products, which I used to very good effect on my car.

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Jul 6, 2010 | 07:06 AM

DJP87Z28

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Car: 1987 Black IROC-Z (SOLD)

Re: Rust Under The Car

Rust is normal. So most untreated/unpainted parts as you mention will rust and scale up over time. And since the cars are 18 yrs or older dose not surrpise me. Yes, you can clean & repaint if you want. I suggest Por-15 for this project.