What do you guys think?

**TwoTees** · 15-01-2011, 01:23 PM

Originally Posted by NickyG

what is the process for removing rust i hear around the forum people saying they cut the rust out then 'make' a bit of metal up for the spot and weld etc etc it in.. Does that mean they shape metal to fit or just cut out the same spot from a spare panel etc etc

If you want to see some nice rust repairs have a read of this thread

http://www.mysandman.com.au/forums/s...hp?t=15&page=1

**wbute** · 15-01-2011, 01:53 PM

You can cut bits from other panels, use aftermarket rust repair panels or make your own patches from sheet. It depends on how complicated the shape is and if you have a better panel to salvage the patch from really.

**ozbox** · 15-01-2011, 02:16 PM

and then there is the..."i cut the rust out".. but replaced the hole with fibreglass or plastic filler coz it will never rust again...:angry:

**wbute** · 15-01-2011, 04:49 PM

Originally Posted by ozbox

and then there is the..."i cut the rust out".. but replaced the hole with fibreglass or plastic filler coz it will never rust again...:angry:

And gauze or newspaper or pop rivet in some galvanized tin.

**HK1837** · 15-01-2011, 05:47 PM

Best advice is buy a car with now rust in the first place. Just go inland. They are out there. If you are talking buyng a Sandman then you may have no choice. But if it is to be a replica don't buy a car because it has a nice dash or good exhaust. Buy for the body, rest is inconsequential.

**playwme** · 15-01-2011, 07:42 PM

Go and look at it. I've got cars that look all rusty when photographed in a shed under artificial light with a crappy camera but there's nothing wrong with them. All it takes is a couple of weeks outside with some cracked paint to make it look bad but if it's been in the shed and dry since then the rust may not have progressed.

Of course, it could be completely F*$%#d as well but better off going and knowing that it was stuffed than not going and wondering if it had been all right.

**NickyG** · 15-01-2011, 09:09 PM

Originally Posted by TwoTees

If you want to see some nice rust repairs have a read of this thread

http://www.mysandman.com.au/forums/s...hp?t=15&page=1

yeah i seen that post.. i think ive decided to go with a sandman since im investing so much time and money into it i may as well wait around and look for a good one... once i get the money i will post a topic asking for anyone knowing of one selling because as you have said no rust is best..