Hey guys,

I've started getting into the FB I recently bought, and have come across two issues that I'm afraid might mean I'd be better off looking for another car to do the expensive stuff I want to do (mainly, get a full cage, it's going to be a track toy).

First, this car has clearly been improperly jacked up multiple times:



Should I suspect frame damage at this point? How serious could it be?

Second, I have no experience with rust. This is behind the rear passenger side storage box right on the wheel well. Is rust like this easily repairable? What am I looking at to fix it in order to maintain structural integrity and prevent further rust?



Thanks for the help.

-Robert

 

Wow!..you must be Picky!
The frame is fine.I've seen alot worse than that,and it was still Fine!!
As far as the rust.small potatoes.Cut out and reweld a piece in.You can do it when you do your cage?..sound good?
I hope it helps.Cheers.

 

Not picky, just way too cautious

Thanks for the reply. Hopefully I don't find anymore rust, but I'm told the a-pillars and cowl are bad spots and I still need to check them.

 

I doubt that rust is going to affect anything other than cosmetics. If that's not a HUGE cocnern (track car) and you still have a little metal to work with knock off the loose scale and try something like this http://www.por15.com/
I've used it on an antique car with good results. Dries harder than a *****'s heart and be sure to wear gloves. But it will seal the rust and you can paint over it.

 

I've got some Rustoleum, is that going to be significantly different than what you've linked to? Also, is there a good way to get the scale off?

 

Rustoleum is just paint. POR-14 is not. It chemically binds to the oxidized metal (rust). That's why I said to be sure to use gloves, old clothes and a throw-away brush. Once it dries (i.e. on your hands) it will have to wear-off. And once dry no solvent cuts it. I like to buy it in small quantities because the cans themselves are almost impossible to open a second time if you spill any where the lid seals. It's great stuff, but just for rust. Not for much else. There are some other brands that do the same thing, I'm just familiar with POR-14.
Use a scraper or stiff wire brush. Get all the loose scale off and paint away.

 

There is also a product called osfo turns surface rust into carbon then u can paint. U can pick it up from any hardware store!

 

Thanks for the tips guys. If I can get the storage bin frame out (3 stuck screws, PB Blaster has no effect), I will take care of it this weekend.