Rustproofing?

[Keebler Elf]

Has anyone ever had rustproofing done on their car? Results?

I see advertising for it from time to time but I always wonder if it actually works. I've heard you have to do it early on in the vehicle's life and repeat it every year. That true?

 

[S.C. Joe]

No, you don't repeat doing it.

However, these new cars seem not to rust out like they did 20 years ago. Most likely it look good longer than it will run good, used to be the other way around.

Many do not bother getting their cars rust poof any more, if you are buying and not leasing then you might want too but once is enough.--Sure beats none at all.

 

[bangcamaro]

Yes. I've done it.
So far, my car is 3 years old and it shines like a diamond still. Like I just bought it. But then again I take good care of my car. No blemishes, no rust spots, no potential spots that look like that can rust.

Rust-proofing does work, it protects your car from pollutants and humidity and other corrosive dangers that rust your car. However it depends if the dealer knows how to do it. I've heard horror stories of dealers leaving areas of the car unprotected because the rust-proofing wasn't applied properly.

You have to make sure the rust-proof gets into all the cracks, nook and crannies in the chassis, where rust usually starts and slowly spreads to more visible areas on your car.

If you really love your car, you should look into rust-proofing your car annually.

 

[shakenbake]

Has anyone ever had rustproofing done on their car? Results?

I see advertising for it from time to time but I always wonder if it actually works. I've heard you have to do it early on in the vehicle's life and repeat it every year. That true?

2000 Ford Focus, NO aftermarket waste of money shit put on it, NO rust, was my experience. Other vehicles that I spent close to $1000 on for rust proofing from Symtech, died of rust. Oh, Ziebart will usualy find a way to back out of their warranty when there is a problem.

The exception is oil spray from Krown, Rust Check, or the likes, applied every year. That helps a lot, too. Avoid the Corrosion Free from Crappy Tire. It accellerated rust on one of our cars.

 

[james t kirk]

There is no scientific proof that rust proofing works.

Today's cars are all factory treated to inhibit corrosion, and are designed to minimize the number of areas where dirt and crud can get trapped and thus become corrosion pockets.

Rust proofing voids your factory corrosion warrantee as well (though the rust proofers then add their own warrantee - such that it is.)

No need to rust proof your car.

 

[Neverenuff$]

There is no scientific proof that rust proofing works.

Today's cars are all factory treated to inhibit corrosion, and are designed to minimize the number of areas where dirt and crud can get trapped and thus become corrosion pockets.

Rust proofing voids your factory corrosion warrantee as well (though the rust proofers then add their own warrantee - such that it is.)

No need to rust proof your car.

I just don't want some flunky drilling holes in my car ....

and putting those red plug thingys in .....

 

[Keebler Elf]

Rust proofing voids your factory corrosion warrantee as well (though the rust proofers then add their own warrantee - such that it is.)

That's very good to know!

I also think the location of parking (overnight) makes a big difference. If you're parking outside in winter, the doesn't start eating away unless the temperature is above 0. If you're parking in a garage, it may warm up enough for the corrosion to begin.

 

[chuckparker]

Krown is the way to go.

Go ask for Igor at the krown on Lakeshore between dixie and cawthra on the north side of Lakeshore. He owns the place. I have had my last few cars done at his shop and I will continue to go back.

 

[chuckparker]

There is no scientific proof that rust proofing works.

Today's cars are all factory treated to inhibit corrosion, and are designed to minimize the number of areas where dirt and crud can get trapped and thus become corrosion pockets.

Rust proofing voids your factory corrosion warrantee as well (though the rust proofers then add their own warrantee - such that it is.)

No need to rust proof your car.

Please double check your info Mr. Kirk....... this is off the Krown website, why not ask krown for a letter stating that it will not void warranty for peace of mind.

IF I USE KROWN, WILL IT VOID MY WARRANTY?
A myth continued by some new car salesmen when interest is shown in KROWN. There are statements on file from many automobile manufacturers that the addition of any after-market product does not void the warranty. If it did void a manufacturers warranty...why do new car salesmen attempt to sell their after-market product?

 

[Neverenuff$]

why doesn't Krown then answer .. "No" ?

I hate when a question is answered with a question , don't you ?

 

[WoodPeckr]

Not sure about Canada but in the States aftermarket rustproofing is viewed as a ripoff for the last 20 some years. You don't need it anymore but some folks still get it. They use better steel now making it unnecessary. I haven't has a car rustproofed since the 80's. They hold up fine even with the salt WNY still uses on the roads during the winters.
Have had car salesmen say any aftermarket rustproofing will void the OEM warranty. Some will say it is no lomger needed while others have told me if you really want it you have to get 'our rustproofing' which meets OEM standards and usually costs more than those aftermarket places!

 

[emailme84]

I go to Krown, only went once when I first got the car, never had it re applied

 

[21pro]

if you do alot of driving in salty road conditions, then i'd consider it. or better yet, an anti-corrosion module like what snow maintenance vehicles have installed so their plows and salters don't rust out. they work by raising the steel bodies oxidation levels to that of gold. virtually corrosion free. the only problem is areas where the current does not pass to, but those areas are limited as the current is circulated to the same parts as what is grounded on the vehicle... nearly every body part that has a good ground in it.

 

[Robio1971]

If it is a Simple oil spray you may need to repeat

No, you don't repeat doing it.

However, these new cars seem not to rust out like they did 20 years ago. Most likely it look good longer than it will run good, used to be the other way around.

Many do not bother getting their cars rust poof any more, if you are buying and not leasing then you might want too but once is enough.--Sure beats none at all.

Some types need repeat visits



If it is a Simple oil spray you may need to repeat at least once a year

Some wax based types claim to protect for life but It really depends on how long you want to keep your vehicle

At best the wax base will last 5 to 7 years

If you want to do it yourself try some loctite rust proofing ( I for get the Number but it is a clear spray ) then coat it with the Loctite maxi coat or rubber asphalt spray .Use the rubber asphalt spay for under the vehicle only .

This worked great for a couple of vehicles of mine even my mud bogging 4x4 That was used for snow removal

 

[shack]

Here's one way to look at it.

When you lease a car, which means the dealer still owns it, they don't bother rustproofing to protect their investment. Wonder why.

 

[Never Compromised]

Here's one way to look at it.

When you lease a car, which means the dealer still owns it, they don't bother rustproofing to protect their investment. Wonder why.

If you return a car at the end of the lease, the dealer will make you pay the difference between the book value and the vehicle's value if there is damage, rust, extra klicks etc.

For $100 take the damn thing to Rust Check. If you can afford to pay for one trip to the VIP/half hour incall/Reverse Nude, you can bloody well afford getting the vehicle rust proofed.

 

[shack]

If you return a car at the end of the lease, the dealer will make you pay the difference between the book value and the vehicle's value if there is damage, rust, extra klicks etc.

Damage and extra km's I understand but it's not my fault if they didn't rustproof it.

 

[shakenbake]

Please double check your info Mr. Kirk....... this is off the Krown website, why not ask krown for a letter stating that it will not void warranty for peace of mind.

IF I USE KROWN, WILL IT VOID MY WARRANTY?
A myth continued by some new car salesmen when interest is shown in KROWN. There are statements on file from many automobile manufacturers that the addition of any after-market product does not void the warranty. If it did void a manufacturers warranty...why do new car salesmen attempt to sell their after-market product?

When I bought my new cars, the manufacturers recommended AGAINST after-market rust proofing, as it was then, such as the Ziebart and Symtech tars. They would deleteriously affect the manufacturers' efforts at draining and such to prevent rust from occurring.

The Krown and Rust Check do not work as the silly tars that used to be used. Instead, they are like fine oils that wet every surface that they contact. As such, it is like coating teh car with oil, and no harm could be done, especially in view of the coatings that are used in new cars for rust prevention. But, with my own experience, the newer cars do not need the rust proofing. However, if one wants to go for the extra protection, by all means. Just make sure the techs don't butcher the new car with any access holes that may need to be drilled.

 

[shakenbake]

if you do alot of driving in salty road conditions, then i'd consider it. or better yet, an anti-corrosion module like what snow maintenance vehicles have installed so their plows and salters don't rust out. they work by raising the steel bodies oxidation levels to that of gold. virtually corrosion free. the only problem is areas where the current does not pass to, but those areas are limited as the current is circulated to the same parts as what is grounded on the vehicle... nearly every body part that has a good ground in it.

More like cathodic protection, where the oxidation potentials are LOWERED.

 

[GRASSMAN]

For around $100, I get my car rustproofed by this company in Quebec every year. Never any rust!
http://www.antirouille.com/en/