<VV> Rust-proofing a Late Model

[Ron]

A pristine late model should have no rust at all in the trunk and engine 
compartment and the same goes for behind the panels in the passenger 
compartment.  If there's any loose rust, it's not pristine.
RonH

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Michael Weary" <michael_j_weary at hotmail.com>
To: <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Sunday, May 30, 2010 11:12 AM
Subject: <VV> Rust-proofing a Late Model


>I am investing in a pristine late model and thinking of taking it to
> Ziebart or rust proofing it myself. Does anyone have anything in
> regards to doing this ? I have my own plan but want to hear some
> opinions and advice. My plan is:
>
> Remove all interior panels, pressure clean all concealed areas
> assuring all dirt and debris is out then remove any loose rust sand
> what I can and apply rust-proofing
>
> Pressure was down engine compartment sides, remove loose rust, sand
> area apply rust-proofing
>
> Same with front trunk sides as with engine area
>
> Scrub wheel wells pressure was remove loose rust and dirt apply rust-
> proofing
>
> Scrub bottom of vehicle pressure wash, remove loose rust and dirt
> apply rust-proofing
>
> Next is drilling into non exposed areas, pressure wash what can be
> pressure washed remove loose rust and dirt apply rust-proofing, put
> body plugs back into drilled holes. Some areas this will happen to is
> cowl, around front and rear windows, lower body not easily accessed,
> etc.
>
> Any suggestions or comments. Anyone ever seen a website specifically
> for Corvairs ? Ziebart shop says they cannot find anything off hand
> but is still digging through archives
>
> Sent from my iPhone... this thing is awesome
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