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Old 06-03-2011, 09:49 AM   #1
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How do you stop or slow down rust.I just bought my 81 rx7 and everywhere I look RUST.Anyone have suggestions?The body shop is not affordable option.






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Old 06-03-2011, 11:58 AM   #2
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Find another one without rust.

Seriously. You can get a good shell for around $100. Swap all your good stuff over. It isn't worth fixing, especially if it is the dreaded bin rot.
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Old 06-03-2011, 07:11 PM   #3
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Rust is like cancer, so to answer your question we first need to find a cure.
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if it were small spots i would suggest a rust conversion product but if its as bad as you say i think you found your answer above
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