I just found my car may have terminal rust, give it to me straight guys... - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

spikemcl · #1 02-11-2007, 07:22 PM

I just found my car may have terminal rust, give it to me straight guys...
I picked up some free alum wheels and got new tires mounted and when to put the set of rims on and.....rust.

the points where I went to jack the car up are rusted through. I hadnt even see this one coming. Here are the pics. I have already dumped some cash in the car, the rest of the body is pretty good and engine is great - when I get the carb adjusted...

It looks like the standard steel rails on both sides running from the front to back wheels are shot and have the rust completely through them. does this essentailly qualify as a terminal case?

there is virtually no rust in the floorboards/trunk etc...

what costs am I looking at for getting this done right? I dont care about a full up restoration. I just want the rust done.

here are the links to my pics which for some reason would not load

http://users.rcn.com/spikemcl/DSC01719bb.JPG
http://users.rcn.com/spikemcl/DSC01722bbb.JPG
http://users.rcn.com/spikemcl/DSC01724aaa.JPG
http://users.rcn.com/spikemcl/DSC01725benz.JPG

these are a mix of just in front of my rear pass and just behind my front pass wheels.

mcel in MD

whunter · #2 02-12-2007, 02:39 AM

Please read:

Who has the most rust and still drives
Who has the most rust and still drives

Welding the wrong metals can kill you
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/bodywork-repair-paint-tools-tips-tricks/139957-welding-wrong-metals-can-kill-you.html#post1041594

There are several members who have learned to weld, just to save their beloved Mercedes Benz.

IMO, learning to weld is a great DIY skill to have for many other home projects.

Have a great day.