rust fix

  1. I

    Rust remediation recommendations?

    I am just starting a restore of a 2001 Sport and I need some suggestions on a rust issue. I ripped out everything on the inside to clean it up and look for rust, and I found some. The worst is on the driver's side of the tunnel. It's rusted through and soft for several inches around the hole...
  2. J

    Using foam gap filler in frame?

    What do y’all think about filling your TJ frame with expandable foam to keep out salt, dirt and water to prevent rust? Any downside to this?
  3. S

    Poison Spyder armor rust

    Hello all, new to the forums, not new to jeeps, on my second Jeep build and I went with poison spyder crusher corners this go around for my tub armor, the product has awesome build quality and is really nice but I’ve started to get some rust behind the flares (they’re welded on) any ideas how I...
  4. Davy-Crockettm28

    Tips on cleaning up this rust

    The rest of the frame only has surface rust, but I noticed this rust on the to last rear cross member while installing mud flaps. My dad suggested cleaning off some of the surface rust with a wire brush and then painting it with some rust converter. Was wondering if y’all had any other suggestions
  5. Crazyman1304

    Rust problems

    My TJ has developed some pretty gnarly rust on the rockers. She's my pride and joy but also my only car so id love to find a way to mitigate it. I live in Minnesota and we get nasty winters here meaning lots and lots of road salt I clean it quite a bit in the winter at a self-serve wash but...
  6. C

    Painting Tub Chili Pepper Red Pearl

    Right now I'm planning on replacing the tub on my 98 TJ. The current tub is completely gone, with the torque boxes being basically non-existent. I've been able to find a couple rust free tubs around me, the only issue is that I can't find any in the PEA/Chili Pepper Red Pearl color(the current...
  7. Richarnc

    New TJ owner advice on factory fuel tank skid

    Hello in a new Jeep owner. I’ve been wanting a Wrangler for a while now so when I came across a 1999 automatic, with 84k miles, no accidents, and one owner I jumped on it. I drove it back 4 hours from Georgia and it did pretty well. The next day I took a more thorough look at it in my...
  8. BeaverTJ

    Windshield frame rust questions

    Good morning all, New TJ owner here. I just purchased a 2004 Wrangler X and noticed that there are a couple of spots on the windshield frame that have rust. First, how bad does it look in these pictures? Second, what is the best way of getting in there and stopping it from rusting more while...
  9. BeMore

    Is this rust concerning?

    Hey all, Current JK owner and looking to purchase a 2004 Rubicon. The rig is super clean and obviously has rust. I hit the frame with a hammer and it seems solid, but I am far from an expert and don’t know what I really should be looking for. I attached a bunch of photos, is this something...
  10. N

    Has anyone ever used Cosmoline RP 342 as a frame coating?

    Hey there everyone hope you're all well. I was wondering if anyone has ever tried using Cosmoline RP 342 as a frame coat? I've seen some videos about people using it and getting good rust prevention. If anyone has tried it, please tell us how it went, any tips, and whether it's worth the money...
  11. W

    Illinois Chicago Rust Repair? Rotted Floor Supports

    Does anybody know of a mechanic in the Chicago area that will do body and frame repairs on TJ's? My body mounts are in bad shape all around and need to be replaced and I also need some new floor supports welded in as mine have all but disintegrated at this point. Looking fro a contact that...
  12. 0ver7and

    Rocker panel diamond plates?

    Have purchased my first TJ last September and failed to do anti rust before winter really hit, I have a few rust spots that are starting to appear on the rocker panels. No holes yet, just rusted metal + bubbled up paint. Now the plan: Sand / grind all the rust down Paint the treated areas...
  13. justinhustle

    Rear Corners and Rust

    Is this a common issue on TJ's? I got a quote of around $1,500 to repair and fix. I also saw some places selling oem style rear corner replacements, anyone have any experience buying these?
  14. YoungMechanicAlex

    fixing up the jeep, got some questions

    Hey fellow jeep owners! i'm new to the forum so bare with me! I Just have some questions regarding my jeep and some issues I came across. Any help/Advice is very much appreciated. 2000 Jeep Sahara TJ 4.0 I6 Issue # ONE: my clutch {recently} completely gave out/fried. I am currently...