Worrying Rust

kmanderson62 · Feb 24, 2014

Hello,

I posted on here awhile back about how to treat rust but never got around to taking photos due to the weather and me being busy, well I went out today and managed to get some photos, and it has been worrying me all day, as the only rusty parts seem to be parts that look like they cant be replaced if worst comes to worst, I have also noticed leaking in the drivers side at the foot well and along the rubber bit where the door closes

Is this a serious issue that should be treated immediately, or am I good to wait until the weather clears up to spray it down with phosphoric acid, wire brush it, prime it with hammerite and spray it.

My main concerns are the tailgate locks and the jerry can stowage compartment locks, as those seem like they cant be replaced, and the headlight bit and door handle area also seems like a tricky one

This is what I have for treating the rust, not sure if it will do or not though

Many thanks in advance

the_wolf · Feb 24, 2014

That rust worries you? :what: Oh jesus

Lewis07 · Feb 24, 2014

Nothing to worry about there mate. As for water in the footwell, that's a no-cost included option on a Land Rover.

SteNova · Feb 24, 2014

I just put some grease into the rear lock water trap

kmanderson62 · Feb 24, 2014

Ah right will pick some up and give it a try, so nothing to worry about? Just dont want anything snapping off haha

hogie · Feb 24, 2014

Rust is all part of the 'patina' for old Land Rovers and you definitely have nothing to worry about. Just be glad you haven't got my 2nd row doors or your worry levels would prevent you sleeping

For many of us here it is part of the charm!!

kmanderson62 · Feb 24, 2014

Ah fair enough

Good to know though, was thinking of getting like a car shelter to put her under, but if its nothing to worry about, no point wasting money haha

flat · Feb 24, 2014

that is nothing more than cosmetic. Its chassis and bulkhead that are important. Your foot wells look really good though and look as if they have had repairs in the past. put up some pics of your chassis and the underneath

My doors leak, water comes up between gaps in the floor pans, my windows leak but it doesnt matter as the water drains back out again.

its an old ex-mil landy, i wouldnt worry.

Keep asking though if you find bits your not sure about, until someone tells you you dont know.

basically with rust dont worry about it unless you can poke something through it

meego · Feb 24, 2014

That vehicle is a worthless, rusty pile of sh-t. If it helps you out, i will give you £50 to take it off your hands.

SteveT247 · Feb 24, 2014

If you're worried about it, pick up a can of ACF 50. It will neutralise the rust for 12 months so will stop it getting any worse until the weather picks up and you can spray it.

kmanderson62 · Feb 25, 2014

meego said:
That vehicle is a worthless, rusty pile of sh-t. If it helps you out, i will give you £50 to take it off your hands.

Can't tell if sarcasm

kmanderson62 · Feb 25, 2014

flat said:
that is nothing more than cosmetic. Its chassis and bulkhead that are important. Your foot wells look really good though and look as if they have had repairs in the past. put up some pics of your chassis and the underneath

My doors leak, water comes up between gaps in the floor pans, my windows leak but it doesnt matter as the water drains back out again.

its an old ex-mil landy, i wouldnt worry.

Keep asking though if you find bits your not sure about, until someone tells you you dont know.

basically with rust dont worry about it unless you can poke something through it

Ah right good good, I'll take some photos when I get home, the chasis and underneath has all been waxoyled though, so not sure it will help much taking photos

meego · Feb 25, 2014

kmanderson62 said:
Can't tell if sarcasm

Ok Ok.....I'll up it to £60, but thats my final offer.

lee3022 · Feb 25, 2014

Worrying? No mate, this was worrying

kmanderson62 · Feb 25, 2014

Ah yeah, that looks very worrying

I ordered some ACF-50 off ebay, heard fairly good things about it, so hopefully that will stop the progression for now, and I can treat it properly when the weather clears up, I know its not too severe, but I would rather treat it and keep it in the best condition I can now, and have more happy years with her in the future

SteveT247 · Feb 25, 2014

If there's any motorcycle shops near to you, they normally stock it. Save you some postage if you need any in the future.

kmanderson62 · Feb 28, 2014

Does anyone have any experience with ACF-50? I put it on but how long will it take to dry i guess? it keeps raining here whenever i start putting it on

SteveT247 · Feb 28, 2014

It doesn't, it remains as a thin, oily film. Don't worry about the rain, it won't wash it off (what you're applying it to though should preferably be dry when you spray/wipe it on).

kmanderson62 · Feb 28, 2014

Ah great! Yeah I wiped the surfaces down first, if i give it a check tomorrow, will i notice the oily film?

Thanks man!

SteveT247 · Feb 28, 2014

Probably notice specks of dirt stuck to it with time but thats probably it, it's not a shiny film.

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