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Rust proofing; How do you rust proof a Metro?
Topic Started: Nov 5 2010, 02:22 PM (4,525 Views)
bentjazz
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Hi everyone,
I've heard that Metros are susceptible to rust. True or not I have no idea. Is there any way I can rust proof my Metro?
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Sand down any rust and spray paint it down with truck liner. Some people also roll it on. I prefer the spray so that I can get up in the crevices.
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Ryan
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Where do you live, Bentjazz?

All of us on the Forum are quite aware of the rust issues with the Metro. I wish it was feasible to do an underbody wash on my car twice a day in the winter.
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bentjazz
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I'm in Cincinnati, Ryan. I thought perhaps there might be some kind of spray I could use, or something like that. I'd even be willing to take it to someone, as long as it's not too expensive.
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Ryan
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I live in Michigan and Johnny Mullet lives in Ohio; we can share the same sentiments.

The only real way to help "prevent" rust is a lot of underbody washings. On these cars, it doesn't take long for the salt to do its unfortunate job on our cars.

The main concern should be the frame, espcially in the front at the "A-arms".

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Nov 5 2010, 03:09 PM
I live in Michigan and Johnny Mullet lives in Ohio; we can share the same sentiments.

The only real way to help "prevent" rust is a lot of underbody washings. On these cars, it doesn't take long for the salt to do its unfortunate job on our cars.

The main concern should be the frame, espcially in the front at the "A-arms".


Mullet and I both have '98 Metros

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bentjazz
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I hate to sound like a complete moron, but on these issues I am. How does one do an underbody wash? Also, what is an A-arm?
Thank you.
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Ryan
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Mullet posted this in the Geo Metro Buyer Guide on the left-hand area of the portal:

"The deal breaker with these cars is the frame rust issues they have if the car is from areas that see winter. The known problem area is the lower control arm mounts. These can rust away to the point that the wheel can separate from the vehicle. Rocker panels and floorboards also rust, but can be repaired. Another area is the rear inner wheel wells on 1995+ models can rust and create holes. More info on frame rot can be found HERE and other threads on the forum."


Underbody washing can consist of you getting under the car in the winter and liberally spraying water from a hose under the car, or running through an automatic car wash, requesting an underbody wash.
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Ryan
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Bentjazz, follow the link to the thread:

http://geometroforum.com/topic/1666576/1/#new
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bentjazz
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Thanks a bunch, Ryan. Really appreciate it.
Thanks for your input as well, BtGR.
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bentjazz
Nov 5 2010, 03:32 PM
Thanks a bunch, Ryan. Really appreciate it.
Thanks for your input as well, BtGR.
Does this really help you, or do you have more questions? We're here to help. There are no stupid questions.
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bentjazz
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It definitely helps, Ryan. Thank you.
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If you find your car frame or structure is good, do as Ryan says and keep it clean. After cleaning the undercarriage, the best way to keep rust under control is to oil the undercarriage. Some garages offer the service for around $50.00 or you can get a pump sprayer and mix 50% used motor oil with 50% kerosene and spray the hell out of the entire undercarriage minus exhaust and rubber suspension parts.
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bentjazz
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Thanks, JM. Sounds like a winner, although I'd be nervous spraying water at the undercarriage for fear of shorting something out (wires, etc?). Maybe a car wash would be my best bet. That might get expensive, though. If I do decide to do it myself, any clues on where to spray the water to keep salt, etc. from doing its dirty work? Also, I like the idea of proofing the underbelly with that oil mixture, although I'd be nervous doing it by myself. No doubt I'd end up setting some ablaze....
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Ospho also helps stop the rusting process. Basically its like turning the metal into galvanized metal. It stops the rust process, and gets it ready to recieve paint. You can pick it up at most hardware stores. Use safety glasses, and nitri gloves. The fishing boats up here us it to stop the rust on the steel parts. And they are in salt water 24/7
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