Rust cover up?, Car looks good, but how can I tell if rust is just covered |
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Rust cover up?, Car looks good, but how can I tell if rust is just covered |
Jon199 |
Jan 12 2019, 07:25 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 4 Joined: 8-January 19 From: Maine Member No.: 22,787 Region Association: North East States |
I am considering purchasing this project 914. I am concerned that rust may have been covered up by a rhino lining or similar spray application at the hell hole. Does anyone have any knowledge of the car or any advice as to what exactly what I should be looking for when I go inspect the car in person?
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Superhawk996 |
Jan 12 2019, 08:21 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,826 Joined: 25-August 18 From: Woods of N. Idaho Member No.: 22,428 Region Association: Galt's Gulch |
Oh, the two best things to bring with you on a potential buy:
1) a very small screwdriver or Needle pick. Ask owner if it's OK to poke before doing so. A "Hell No" is a sure sign they know there is massive rust already and don't want you to find more than can already be seen. If they agree with a "Yes" don't poke around in cosmetic surfaces and don't do so unless you have serious intentions about actually buying the car regardless of what you find. 2) For the "No" cases and/or where you're not sure that you would buy the car - bring magnets. Simple refrigerator magnets only stick to the best metal. a magnetic stud finder that has the magnet on a pivot is great tool for telling where plastic body filler starts and stops. |
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