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70' GMC · 12-02-2008, 11:14 PM

i got a very or moderate rust issue and can get my light back on tight again what will work? Its clearance lights

HELP!!!!!!!!! I dont want the rest to rust into chunks

**El Jay** · 12-02-2008, 11:24 PM

Quentin,
Just give the dang thing to me & buy another truck.
I'm always glad to help a buddy.

*Shane* · 12-02-2008, 11:30 PM

His name isn't Quentin.

berencam · 12-02-2008, 11:35 PM

Add it to the "Work i need to do to my truck" list.

Sillyoldman · 12-02-2008, 11:44 PM

QUOTE=Shane;3005370]His name isn't Quentin.[/QUOTE]

70' GMC · 12-02-2008, 11:48 PM

I need to get it bolted down some how

70' GMC · 12-03-2008, 12:34 AM

please guys help me out

jephs422 · 12-03-2008, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 70' GMC

please guys help me out

I'd help, but to be honest, I'm not exactly sure what you are asking?

can you maybe explain it a bit better.

OLDIRON69 · 12-03-2008, 09:42 AM

2 part clear epoxy for wal-mart. It is in the auto section, put some rust converter, on there and let it dry before you do the epoxy.

70' GMC · 12-03-2008, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by OLDIRON69

2 part clear epoxy for wal-mart. It is in the auto section, put some rust converter, on there and let it dry before you do the epoxy.

what is a rust converter and what color does it come in?

OLDIRON69 · 12-03-2008, 10:07 AM

rust converter, wal-mart sells it too. It stops rust in it's tracks. I personally use POR-15 but there are many others, even naval jelly may do the trick (in automotive dept)

70' GMC · 12-03-2008, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OLDIRON69

rust converter, wal-mart sells it too. It stops rust in it's tracks. I personally use POR-15 but there are many others, even naval jelly may do the trick (in automotive dept)

do you spray it out of a can or use a paint brush???

cdowns · 12-03-2008, 10:36 AM

this issue might just answer where is the water coming from in your leaking post

OLDIRON69 · 12-03-2008, 11:15 AM

I brush the POR 15 on, the stuff Wal-mart sells you can buy a spray.

70' GMC · 12-03-2008, 11:13 PM

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Can it be fixed having the rust cut out and weld in new metal? I used the rust converter and took it back tonight the crap didnt work it was like a clear coat. Is there any better kind like maybe NAPA or Advance autoparts?

**El Jay** · 12-04-2008, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Shane

His name isn't Quentin.

You're absolutely right.
Just think "brain fart" & cheap whiskey.

grancuda · 12-04-2008, 12:44 AM

Cut it out, weld in new metal. There is no miracle product for this application, if it were in the bed of your truck then you could just slap some POR 15 on it and it would block the rust from air and eliminate it spreading but breing on your roof, I don't see you being able to sealing off the light and keeping water out of the cab.

**special-K** · 12-04-2008, 07:14 AM

For a cheap fix:

Use the rust treatment.This stuff isn`t paint,it`s a chemical rust neutralizer.Permatex sells it in spray and brush.It turns rust black and leaves a clear glaze.Try bonding (JB Weld,epoxy) a piece of metal behind the roof skin.Drill a hole and run a sheetmetal screw in first,before you cut it down to a small piece.That way,omce the bond is cured you can run the screws in without worrying about breaking your piece loose.
OR...use little stainless nuts & bolts & washers(flathead or ovalhead machine screw)and assemble the light off the truck.Then,use a real good caulk or glue that will seal it and bond it in place.I have an excellent caulk I use called Geocel.It`s a tri-polimer urethane caulk and it doesn`t let go once it`s cured.Seals and lasts better than any caulk.

OLDIRON69 · 12-04-2008, 08:57 AM

Rust converter is just that "converter" Since your roof is white, I would cut the metal out that is rusted and weld in a patch panel. Prime and paint the roof. It could easily be done in a weekend if you have the ability.

**special-K** · 12-04-2008, 09:09 AM

You could try nut-serts.

70' GMC · 12-04-2008, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

You could try nut-serts.

PIC please if ya dont mind

12-02-2008, 11:14 PM	#1
70' GMC HERE.......Somewhere Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Birmingham AL Posts: 2,488	What would yall do???? i got a very or moderate rust issue and can get my light back on tight again what will work? Its clearance lights HELP!!!!!!!!! I dont want the rest to rust into chunks __________________ Current rides: 2013 Hyundai elantra gt DD 1995 camaro my first crush lmao Was: 1970 with a 350 4barrel and 288 horses Classics make it possible!

12-02-2008, 11:24 PM	#2
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12-02-2008, 11:30 PM	#3
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12-02-2008, 11:35 PM	#4
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12-02-2008, 11:48 PM	#6
70' GMC HERE.......Somewhere Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Birmingham AL Posts: 2,488	Re: What would yall do???? I need to get it bolted down some how __________________ Current rides: 2013 Hyundai elantra gt DD 1995 camaro my first crush lmao Was: 1970 with a 350 4barrel and 288 horses Classics make it possible!

12-03-2008, 12:34 AM	#7
70' GMC HERE.......Somewhere Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Birmingham AL Posts: 2,488	Re: What would yall do???? please guys help me out __________________ Current rides: 2013 Hyundai elantra gt DD 1995 camaro my first crush lmao Was: 1970 with a 350 4barrel and 288 horses Classics make it possible!

12-03-2008, 09:42 AM	#9
OLDIRON69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ben Wheeler,Texas Posts: 992	Re: What would yall do???? 2 part clear epoxy for wal-mart. It is in the auto section, put some rust converter, on there and let it dry before you do the epoxy. __________________ 05 2500HD 6.0 excab 69 LWB-Gone but not forgotten! 68 Dodge Charger 383/727 69 Dodge Charger-440/4spd

12-03-2008, 10:07 AM	#11
OLDIRON69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ben Wheeler,Texas Posts: 992	Re: What would yall do???? rust converter, wal-mart sells it too. It stops rust in it's tracks. I personally use POR-15 but there are many others, even naval jelly may do the trick (in automotive dept) __________________ 05 2500HD 6.0 excab 69 LWB-Gone but not forgotten! 68 Dodge Charger 383/727 69 Dodge Charger-440/4spd

12-03-2008, 10:36 AM	#13
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: What would yall do???? this issue might just answer where is the water coming from in your leaking post __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

12-03-2008, 11:15 AM	#14
OLDIRON69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ben Wheeler,Texas Posts: 992	Re: What would yall do???? I brush the POR 15 on, the stuff Wal-mart sells you can buy a spray. __________________ 05 2500HD 6.0 excab 69 LWB-Gone but not forgotten! 68 Dodge Charger 383/727 69 Dodge Charger-440/4spd

12-03-2008, 11:13 PM	#15
70' GMC HERE.......Somewhere Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Birmingham AL Posts: 2,488	Re: What would yall do???? Here is the pic Can it be fixed having the rust cut out and weld in new metal? I used the rust converter and took it back tonight the crap didnt work it was like a clear coat. Is there any better kind like maybe NAPA or Advance autoparts? __________________ Current rides: 2013 Hyundai elantra gt DD 1995 camaro my first crush lmao Was: 1970 with a 350 4barrel and 288 horses Classics make it possible!

12-04-2008, 12:44 AM	#17
grancuda Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Central OK Posts: 396	Re: What would yall do???? Cut it out, weld in new metal. There is no miracle product for this application, if it were in the bed of your truck then you could just slap some POR 15 on it and it would block the rust from air and eliminate it spreading but breing on your roof, I don't see you being able to sealing off the light and keeping water out of the cab.

12-04-2008, 07:14 AM	#18
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: What would yall do???? For a cheap fix: Use the rust treatment.This stuff isn`t paint,it`s a chemical rust neutralizer.Permatex sells it in spray and brush.It turns rust black and leaves a clear glaze.Try bonding (JB Weld,epoxy) a piece of metal behind the roof skin.Drill a hole and run a sheetmetal screw in first,before you cut it down to a small piece.That way,omce the bond is cured you can run the screws in without worrying about breaking your piece loose. OR...use little stainless nuts & bolts & washers(flathead or ovalhead machine screw)and assemble the light off the truck.Then,use a real good caulk or glue that will seal it and bond it in place.I have an excellent caulk I use called Geocel.It`s a tri-polimer urethane caulk and it doesn`t let go once it`s cured.Seals and lasts better than any caulk. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-04-2008, 08:57 AM	#19
OLDIRON69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ben Wheeler,Texas Posts: 992	Re: What would yall do???? Rust converter is just that "converter" Since your roof is white, I would cut the metal out that is rusted and weld in a patch panel. Prime and paint the roof. It could easily be done in a weekend if you have the ability. __________________ 05 2500HD 6.0 excab 69 LWB-Gone but not forgotten! 68 Dodge Charger 383/727 69 Dodge Charger-440/4spd



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12-04-2008, 09:09 AM	#20
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: What would yall do???? You could try nut-serts. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

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