Simple Ways to Prevent Car from Rust
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
UPDATimes - Lately the weather often changes, ranging from sweltering heat until suddenly it rains! Rainwater that is not directly drained will have adverse effects as well as making some parts of the car rust. Of course, the appearance of rust will make the car look very ugly, and not infrequently even rust can lead to stopping one of them under the rusty car. Friends can also read Simple and Smart Tips to Face the Rainy Season!
Based on information reported from the page wikihow.com, the price of repairing rusty car itself varies in value. For LCGC cars like Agya, the price range is around 300 thousand per panel, while the bigger the car the more expensive the price.
Using a car that has been exposed to rust in some parts is certainly very interesting. For that, preventing and caring for the car to avoid rust can be done by paying attention to the rubber door glass so that it does not seep into the cabin or body.
The Head of the Used Car & Body Paint Development Section of PT Suzuki Indomobil Sales (SIS), Herli Barlian said that rusty car bodies usually appear due to the peeling off of the metal protective paint coating on the car.
"The removal of the metal protective layer on the car, which is then exposed to outside air and can change direction. For that, the protective metal body of the cat must be maintained," said Berlian in Jakarta, Wednesday (06/24/2020).
To avoid rust on the body, continued Diamond, can be done by avoiding parking for too long in a damp place, washing the car needed to save the body plate with a peeling.
So? What's the solution? Quiet.
Here are 11 tips to repair a rusty car that you can do on your own.
1. Perform basic preventative measures for rusty cars
This method involves the use of a sander (sanding machine) and grinder, which are electrical devices capable of removing rusty cars and paints into the air. To protect yourself and prevent injury from rust and paint particles floating in the air, wear gloves, safety goggles, and especially a dust mask so that car particles do not rust and paint enter the lungs.
For heavy work, wear a respirator instead of a dust mask.
2. Cover all other parts of the rusty car that does not want to be exposed to dust
As mentioned before, particles of rusty cars and paint will float in the air. If not careful, particles from this rusty car can stick to the Sahabat's car so that it looks dirty and difficult to clean. To prevent this, cover the part of the car that is not done (use tape and paper cover). Use a tarpaulin glued together with painter tape under the car to determine the work area of a friend and protect the floor.
Cover Sahabat's car carefully. Do not use newsprint because it can be penetrated by paint and leave stains. Use original, non-porous, non-penetrating cover paper. Also, make sure your best friend plaster each edge of the cover paper. Don't just put a little patch on each corner of the paper. Car paint can seep from loose edges.
3. Try to cover along the panel boundaries of the rusty car
In general, the closure should not stop in the middle of the panel to prevent the appearance of sharp lines that make the difference between old and new paint stand out. This line will not disappear without additional sanding or clear coat. Therefore, cover the car well from the beginning to the boundary panel around the rusted car part and do not go further inside.
If you have experience in painting a car, you can try to cover the car only up to several panels before the car rust. If you know, try applying the paint mixing tactics gradually so that there is no drastic difference in color between one panel and the other.
4. Remove paint around rusty cars using a dual action sander (DA)
DA Sander allows Friends to control the speed of the sander when removing paint. Start with grit 80 (roughness) and increase gradually to 150. Use DA sander with grit 80-150 to remove the primer and paint the car, as well as light rust that has not been fused with the metal. Flatten the surface between painted and unpainted surfaces on rusty cars.
When finished, touch with a friend's hand (do not remove the gloves). Supposedly, the surface of the car now feels smooth.
5. Switch to the metal grinding wheel
Next, use a metal grinder to get rid of thick rusty car deposits and visible holes. Use the grinding wheel slowly because this tool can cause great damage to rusty cars if used carelessly. After completion, apply the cleaning acid to the rusty car in the area worked to remove microscopic microscopic rust particles that remain.
Typically, phosphoric acid is best suited for this job. Friends can buy it at an automotive shop.
If you want to get rid of a rusty car, use a hole spot filler or body filler such as Bondo to flatten the dents and fill the space where the paint has been lost. Finish giving filler with emery paper (use grit 120 paper) to smooth the metal surface.
6. Prepare the part to be given primer
Buy the ideal primer for metal painting and car paint that matches the color of Sahabat's car. Both of these equipment can be purchased at automotive shops. Available primers may vary. So, read the primary use guide or consult an expert at an automotive shop.
Wipe the area of the car rusted with mineral spirits or paint thinners.
Tape newspaper with masking tape in all areas around the rusted car up to 1 meter.
7. Spray the primer thinly and evenly on rusty cars
Spray three layers of primer, and wait a few minutes between each layer to dry. Do not spray too much primer so it does not flow and drip.
For most primers, usually a friend needs to wait overnight (at least 12 hours) for the primer to dry properly.
8. Rub with grit 400 wet sandpaper on rusty car parts
This paper is specially made to sand between layers of paint so that it is smooth and not shiny so that the paint can stick well. Provide a bucket of water to rinse the emery paper repeatedly so that it is not littered with paint. After that, wash the painted area with mild soapy water.
9. Spray a thin layer of paint
Spray a thin layer of paint on the car, and "leave it" for 1-2 minutes before spraying the next layer while keeping no paint flowing or dripping. Apply paint over the primer to obtain a beautiful color and appearance.
Allow the paint to dry for 24 hours before removing the tape in the car. Be patient. If the paint still feels sticky, wait again.
10. Rub the edges of the new paint so that it blends with the old paint
If needed, provide a clear coat to equalize the cover layer throughout the car. Finally, let the paint harden for 48 hours.
11. Wash and polish a friend's car
Now, the Sahabat car is rust free and ready to drive.
As a precaution, never release the car for 30 days after it has been painted. The rubbing motion will erode the new paint of the Sahabat car.
Well, bookmark this article, Friends of the Garage, because this is information that all new and used car owners need to know. How to get rid of the rusty car above you can do anywhere and with a relatively not too expensive cost. Good luck, friend.
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