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Rust Spots Under Rear Vents On '73 Beetle



 
 
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Old October 13th 04, 09:28 PM
Joe Cali Next Generation-usa
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Default Rust Spots Under Rear Vents On '73 Beetle

"ThaDriver" > wrote in message alkaboutautos.com>...
> >What can I do about the rust spots that have formed under the flow

> through ventilation vents on my '73 Beetle?
> ******
> If the rust is surface & on the outside you need to sandblast it, metal
> prep, & prime (I prefer epoxy) & paint.
> You might be able to use a wire wheel (on a drill or dremel) instead of
> sandblasting.
> If there are already holes (rust through) you'll need to weld in new
> metal.
> HTH,
> ~ Paul
> aka "Tha Driver"
>
> Giggle Cream - it makes dessert *funny*!


That happene to me!!!! Yep cut it out clean it up. I used Fiberglass
cloth with POR 15 not the resin and it worked great. I was afraid to
weld there was foam instulation in the wall so I went with the Por and
cloth. It has been two years. Check out my car www.nextgen-usa.com

Joe
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