Ok it was time.
After searching many posts. I decided to repair the rust on my BJ60 and repaint it a lighter colour. Either white or silver to keep it cool while on long road trips.
I've started bu gutting the interior and removing the doors.
I have tried cutting out some of the rust around the wheels. Looks to be ok. doesn't go to far up.
My plan is to replace the rear wheel arches with either steel. or to prevent further rust I may go fiberglass. with Gozzard wheel arches.
I think going with fiberglass I stand a better chance to prevent the rust from coming back. once the rust is removed I will paint with POR-15.
I also have a sandblaster. so I hope to get it all, then seal it well.
As well I am goint to cut the rockers out and put in 2x3 steel square tube. 3/16 think. later I will put some tubes on the slider as well.
Also front and rear custom homemade bumpers will be made. With the rear coming around to the back wheels for quarter protection. as well it gets rid of the rust problem down there.
One question I do have: In the process of removing the rear window, how do I pop it out? I have the chrome strips removed. I worked the rubber nice and loose, even used soap. But Damm a lot of pressure and it doesn't want to budge. ???????
ok I will post pics as I go.........
After searching many posts. I decided to repair the rust on my BJ60 and repaint it a lighter colour. Either white or silver to keep it cool while on long road trips.
I've started bu gutting the interior and removing the doors.
I have tried cutting out some of the rust around the wheels. Looks to be ok. doesn't go to far up.
My plan is to replace the rear wheel arches with either steel. or to prevent further rust I may go fiberglass. with Gozzard wheel arches.
I think going with fiberglass I stand a better chance to prevent the rust from coming back. once the rust is removed I will paint with POR-15.
I also have a sandblaster. so I hope to get it all, then seal it well.
As well I am goint to cut the rockers out and put in 2x3 steel square tube. 3/16 think. later I will put some tubes on the slider as well.
Also front and rear custom homemade bumpers will be made. With the rear coming around to the back wheels for quarter protection. as well it gets rid of the rust problem down there.
One question I do have: In the process of removing the rear window, how do I pop it out? I have the chrome strips removed. I worked the rubber nice and loose, even used soap. But Damm a lot of pressure and it doesn't want to budge. ???????
ok I will post pics as I go.........