How often the sprayed non-electronic rust protection should be for a car?
Q. Hello, I have a Nissan Altima 1999. I had the the rust protection for all the car using petroleum based sprayed material twice for the last 2 winters. I am in a cold country where snow salt on the roads is used all winter long. How often and when I should have this protection done? Thanks
Asked by LKANDAH - Thu Sep 4 22:20:52 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. id have it checked every year ,but it shouldn't be necessary to have this done al the time,they usually warranty it for life time,but it doesn't hurt to check it every year and see if any has peeled off or been knocked off,i check mine about every 3 years and im in the south,it doesnt hurt to recoat it once in a while your self,they make the small cans that work really well,good luck.
Answered by dodge man - Thu Sep 4 22:35:58 2008

best clear lacquer/rust protection for steel?
Q. need to protect some decorative steel structure (indoor) from rust. I don't want it to look very shiny and like plastic but want it to keep the polished steel look. I tried floor wax, but that did not offer sufficient protection. Any suggestions/experiences?
Asked by eintigerchen - Wed May 3 20:38:15 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Rust is one reason they invented paint. Krylon Company makes a clear enamel covering, I am sure they have it in a matte finish. Best to visit the paint section of your local hardware store. They have dozens of answers for your dilemma.
Answered by johnb693 - Wed May 3 20:55:44 2006

Question about Rust Protection on the Nissan Rogue?
Q. HI. Just wondering on people's thoughts on purchasing a "protection" package for a 08 Nissan Rouge. Including packages from www.finalcost.ca Electronic Rust Protection ( not a spray) (definite) Optional: Xzilon Ultimate Paint Protection Fabric and Carpet Protector Paint Bubbling Coverage.. Should I go for the whole package or just the rust Protection:? Also How bout a 3M hood protector? Should I pick that up for the 08 Rogue as well?
Asked by Wisegi - Sun Nov 18 02:39:09 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. doubt that anything except the 3M hood protector will stop rust. I could not find Finalcost.ca? Ziebart would by my choice for undercoating Carpet and fabric protector go out and buy 12 cans do it the first vacuum job. Soak the seats several time and let dry and carpets too save the $. Sounds like what you have above is the dealership added package you can do much better shopping for those protective measures your self. Just make it clear you do not want your car dealer protected and you are not going to pay extra for there services.
Answered by John Paul - Sun Nov 18 07:14:49 2007

how to install counteract electronic rust protection i need help wire color code?
Q. how to install counteract electronic rust protection i need help wire color code?
Asked by tabirra - Sun Nov 18 03:08:36 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Strip the insulation back on a 12 to 16 gauge stranded wire and stip the bare wire between the upper radiator hose and the hose clamp. Attach an eyelet terminal to the other end. Take the nut off the negative battery terminal and slide the eyelet onto the battery cable bolt. Reinstall the nut and you have made your own quick and check rust inhibitor.
Answered by Maryland Auto Instructor - Sun Nov 18 10:41:37 2007

Will CounterAct corrosion protection keep current rust from getting worse?
Q. There is existing rust but if it doesn't get any worse its not a problem. will it prevent rust from spreading? also is this the best product for this method? its on a 1964 chevy pickup its widespread but will this product prevent rust from spreading
Asked by 64chevy - Wed Feb 11 12:10:07 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. if its just surface rust sand it down and apply the protective coating, if its deeper than just surface would suggest replacing if possible or taking to a body shop to repair. would not suggest treating a rusted area with anything as it wont really do anything for that spot. local auto shops can recommend products, but would suggest asking your mechanic on what he would use once you get the rust removed.
Answered by mad - Wed Feb 11 12:18:57 2009

is it worth it to get rust protection for my new car?
Q. the dealer has suggested rust protector, fabric protector etc.. I declined but now am nervous that I should have purchased it.. they wanted 1000.
Asked by LINDA L - Sat Aug 8 20:49:03 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

what are the best 5 methods of rust protection ?
Q. - and how do they work thanks
Asked by Tom_jthq_rules - Sun Mar 29 11:20:55 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. 1/. store everything in a vacuum
Answered by Lestat - Sun Mar 29 11:26:31 2009

how effective is electronic rust protection?
Q. how effective is electronic rust protection?
Asked by slicetheb - Mon Jun 26 08:33:40 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I believe that it is quite effective...My brother has it on his 4wd and no rust.
Answered by foxtel_iq - Mon Jun 26 08:35:50 2006

Does CounterACT rust protection really work? If so, why don't all new vehicles come with it?
Q. Does CounterACT rust protection really work? If so, why don't all new vehicles come with it?
Asked by richardbarkwill - Sat Mar 3 22:15:32 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I don't know how well it works, but it's an option because people who don't live near salt water or where they don't salt the roads in winter have little need for it. I'd never get it as an option where I live! And I'd hate to pay for it to come standard ...
Answered by pepper - Sat Mar 3 22:21:51 2007

car floor rust protection?
Q. hi just pulled my carpet up on my car as i lost some money under there but i noticed alot of rust was under there so while the carpet is up thought i might as well give it a coat in some rust proctection well my dad has grinded as much of the rust off as possible but not all of it came up any advice on what paint i should use .. im looking for some that will stop it rusting any further and protect it for a few years thanks alot t5hanks will give them a try
Asked by gordon clown - Sun Oct 12 17:18:53 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. electrox then some rust proof top coat like hammerite
Answered by UK-Guy18 - Tue Oct 14 11:50:57 2008

Can Krown rust proofing be applied over another (oil based) protection?
Q. I've bought a second hand car which has the oil/grease coating style protection. I've been advised that the Krown is much better as it protects in areas the oil coating can't reach. Is this BS? Can I apply the Krown over the other coating?
Asked by Jam&cream - Thu Aug 31 20:52:40 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. My experience with this is that the oil based substance will not allow the other rustproofing to adhere adequately, meaning you'd have to strip the old stuff off first. My advice? Don't worry about it too much. I think the stock rustproofing should be ok. Save your money for something else. Hope this helped.
Answered by answerman63 - Thu Aug 31 21:13:33 2006

Steel Hammock Stand - Protection from rust?
Q. Just got a new steel hammock stand which I know will hold up pretty good, but I live in Hawaii. Is there something more I can do to protect it from rusting?
Asked by mauidelite - Sat Dec 13 03:29:17 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. use some clear rustoleum spraypaint. will protect it from rust and other elements. execpt lava.
Answered by what tha f#@k - Sat Dec 13 03:43:37 2008

Can any one give me full details about Cathodic protection transformer and how it save pipe line from rust.?
Q. For the protection of Crude oil pipe line cathodic protection transformer are to be used for corrosion protrection. how it will work.
Asked by vj s - Sun Jan 28 07:42:43 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Suggest try
Answered by snurbles@everest - Sun Jan 28 09:10:57 2007

A chemical solution to remove rust only, but not dissolve bare steel?
Q. I'm wire-brushing some rusty Ball jar rings so I can spray paint them for protection. The threads make it impossible to brush down to bare metal. I know that fairly concentrated acids solutions such as muriatic (or hydrochloric, HCl) acid will remove rust, but don't they also eat the steel? I don't want to lose any of the metal as the lids are thin enough as is. I'm not interested in an expensive commercial product available only in the USA, as I'm outside the country. Did find a local dealer for Evapo-rust but imported it's pricey and the minimum is one gallon, far more than I need. The rings hold down jar tops only during the canning process and are then stored until next time -- they never touch the food as does the inside part of the… [cont.]
Asked by ecc451 - Tue Dec 1 00:47:01 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Don't bother using rusty rings or trying to clean them. Just toss them out and purchase new ones. They are not expensive and your health is more important than a few dollars. If you are going to can/preserve/use canning jars, then please be safe about it.
Answered by pissy_old_lady - Tue Dec 1 09:14:46 2009

Krown vs. Rust Check?
Q. I have applied Krown to my vehicle but always here different opinions regarding KROWN rust protection or Rust Check protection. Who uses what and why?
Asked by James - Tue Nov 13 13:52:24 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. krown rust check seems to deteriorate the suspension bushings
Answered by frank - Tue Nov 13 14:08:06 2007

What is the Benefit of the Black Colored Mufflers that Flowmaster Sells?
Q. i have a Flowmaster Muffler Part# 952546 it's one of those Black Colored ones what are the benefits rust protection,unwated vibration onto the vehicle,cool color or what?
Asked by John - Tue Nov 24 01:10:38 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. its usually just to protect it from the road
Answered by yahoo.sucks - Tue Nov 24 01:17:02 2009

Do Honda's rust easy?
Q. Does honda rust easier, or see less rust than other cars? I ask,because the dealer is trying to sell me rust protection and undercoat protection. My friends husband, a mechanic says its a waste of money, cash grab. Do Hondas rust easy, if I plan on owning it until its about 9 years? Please, no comments that its not American...I am Canadian, so I really do not care, and prefer Honda's over most other vehicles.
Asked by Jill - Wed Oct 21 02:23:37 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hahaaa Jill, don't get the undercoat protection, it IS a waste of money. Hondas do NOT rust easily, nor do other cars made in this decade. Cars today are galvanized, and they last forever as far as rust goes.
Answered by Youk - Wed Oct 21 02:37:48 2009

Explain this to me please.Rust methods.10 POINTS!?
Q. Hey. Can you please explain these different rust protection methods for me: -Painting -Galvnisation -Lubrication -Zink alloy Thanks.
Asked by iLoveUb0o<3 - Wed Feb 17 11:01:05 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Simple. Painting is application of an enamel paint or a protective paint to keep the surface from oxidation Galvanisation is coating with zinc. Lubrication is coating with oil to protect from rusting. Many tools and gages are coated like that Zink Alloy - have not heard of but probably galvanising is meant In addition tin plating is also used to protect iron from rusting.
Answered by Swamy - Wed Feb 17 11:08:17 2010

what happens in the sacrificial protection of iron?
Q. what happens? how does the iron not rust? what equations happen? plz exaplain fully.. I'm so confused with this, thankss!
Asked by Kira L - Sat Apr 25 08:49:38 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. To understand cathodic protection one must first understand the corrosion mechanism. For corrosion to occur, three conditions must be present. 1. Two dissimilar metals 2. An electrolyte (water with any type of salt or salts dissolved in it) 3. A metal (conducting) path between the dissimilar metals The two dissimilar metals may be totally different alloys, such as steel and aluminum, but are more usually microscopic or macroscopic metallurgical differences on the surface of a single piece of steel. If the above conditions exist, at the more active metal surface (in this case we will consider freely corroding steel which is non uniform), the following reaction takes place at the more active sites: (two iron ions plus four free electrons)… [cont.]
Answered by steve_51986 - Sat Apr 25 09:11:19 2009

Brand-new car has tiny but visible rust spots. What recourse have I?
Q. My 2006 Subaru Forester has fewer than 500 (yes, five-hundred) miles on it; I bought it new three months ago. I purchased the optional 5-year "advanced vehicle protection" -- a $400 feature that is supposed to protect the exterior and interior from cooties and stuff like that (but, apparently, not rust). Oh, and the car is always garaged. Of course I'll alert the car dealer, but what is reasonable and realistic for me to expect? I'm plenty disappointed, and I don't want that bitterness to cloud what's realistic. Please advise.
Asked by macguffin - Sun Jun 24 18:52:26 2007 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The problem you have is called "rail dust" and is very common, most noticeable on white or light colored vehicles---the dealer prep department should have methods of removing these little spots and are covered under new car prep or warranty. Methods we used in our prep department were clay bar removal or oxalic acid--"wood bleach" These tiny rust spots are from metal particles being thrown up in the air from train wheels on the trains used to transport new vehicles and they settle onto the cars and rust. Every car manufacturer that ships via rail knows of the problem and pays their dealer network to remove the rail dust under warranty or new car prep...you should not have to pay for it and they should offer a rental car for a day for your… [cont.]
Answered by paul h - Sun Jun 24 19:16:59 2007