Is It Too Late to Undercoat a Rusty Truck in Calgary? The Truth About Used Cars.
You just bought a 2018 F-150. It looks great, but you peek underneath and see the frame is orange. Is undercoating a waste of money at this point?
The "Oxygen Starvation" Theory for Rust
Rust requires three things to grow: Iron + Water + Oxygen.
If you take away the Water and Oxygen, the chemical reaction stops. Even if the metal is already rusty, applying a heavy oil-based penetrant soaks into the porous rust, displacing the moisture and sealing out the air.
The Rust Restoration Process in Calgary
We don't just spray over mud. For used vehicles, the process is more intensive:
High Pressure Descaling
Step 1We use 3000 PSI hot water to blast away loose rust flakes and mud cakes.
Heat Drying
Step 2The frame must be bone dry. We use industrial heaters to evaporate moisture from the rust pores.
Oil Saturation
Step 3We apply a thin, creeping oil first. This soaks deep into the existing rust structure.
Encapsulation
Step 4A heavier wax/rubber layer is applied over top to seal the oil in and resist wash-off.
What We Cannot Fix
Surface Rust (Treatable)
Rough texture, orange color, but the metal is solid. If you hit it with a hammer, it rings. This can be saved.
Structural Rot (Too Late)
Flaking layers of metal (delamination), holes, or frame cracks. Undercoating will not fix structural weakness. This requires welding.
Life Extension for Rusty Trucks
How much longer can you get out of a rusty truck?
Years Until Structural Failure (Calgary)
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Not sure if your frame is too far gone? Bring it by. We will put it on the lift and give you an honest assessment before you spend a dime.
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