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==How to fix pitted rust== | ==How to fix pitted rust== | ||
| + | The "best" way to fix pitted rust on body panels is to generously cut out the rusted area, and weld in new metal. This is not always a viable option for all people, in all situations. A more common solution is to remove the rust, mechanically and/or chemically, clean the panel thoroughly, fill the pits with a purpose-specific finish product, and coat with [[epoxy primer]]. | ||
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| + | ===Removing the rust in the pits=== | ||
| + | First, all visible rust must be removed | ||
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| + | ====Mechanical removal of pitted rust==== | ||
| + | *A spot blaster is useful for this, with silica as the medium (confirm, and get list of other acceptable media). | ||
| + | *Also, the following can be used: metal brush, grinding wheel, die grinder, a wire wheel on a drill. (what 3M discs are recommended for this?) | ||
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| + | ====Chemical removal of pitted rust==== | ||
==Additional resources== | ==Additional resources== | ||
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