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Originally Posted by greazzer
I had an old Packard about 20 years ago which had the same rust. Your options back then are about the same today:
1. Reddy Strip or similar company
2. Blasting of some form, now you got wet blasting which is all the rage
3. Elbow grease, but good luck on that since that pitting is about impossible
Then, primer out of the can with a brush for the first coat since that will really fill in the pits. No thinnning and use something thick. If the pits are deep, then I suggest trying to find new panels, e.g., hood, et cet., before spending any money. A lot cheaper and quicker in the long run. OR, buy a gallon of plastic and start sanding like crazy. Even sealing with POR-15 has its issues, to include the finished product.
No easy solutions ...
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Thanks greazzer.
I've heard of issues with Reddy Strip type stripping (chemicals continuing to eat the metal). I do like the idea of dipping the entire body since there is also surface rust on the bottom of the car. Does Reddy Strip just strip the paint or does it also address the rust? I assume dipping the body requires a total dismantling of the car. Lots of work.
I've heard of issues with media blasting (eating wires and all kinds of electrical problems). I don't know anything about wet blasting, but water and bare metal don't seem to mix? Once the paint is gone the rust still is there?
Thanks again,
Mike