I just moved from GA to the SoCal beach and was thinking about rust protection for my LX470. She is a 2003 in amazing condition with no rust currently - lived in the South her whole life. What would you do if you were me?
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I've used fluid film for a few years now. Recently switched to Wool Wax and I like it muchhhhh better! It's is a much, much easier to work with because it pours better. I've also noticed it is much more water resistant and holds up much better (lasts longer). So while it is more expensive, it's worth it in my opinion.
You are able to apply it by just getting under the truck on your back - or do you need to jack it up/lift it via AHC? Do you basically apply it all over? In other words, is there no such thing as too much application of it (cant hurt kind of approach)?I've used fluid film for a few years now. Recently switched to Wool Wax and I like it muchhhhh better! It's is a much, much easier to work with because it pours better. I've also noticed it is much more water resistant and holds up much better (lasts longer). So while it is more expensive, it's worth it in my opinion.
Yes. Coat everything. In MN FF requires reapplications periodically during winter on areas that get washed out.You are able to apply it by just getting under the truck on your back - or do you need to jack it up/lift it via AHC? Do you basically apply it all over? In other words, is there no such thing as too much application of it (cant hurt kind of approach)?
Got it. I moved from GA (no rust) to about a mile from the beach in SoCal - I may be over reacting to the potential for rust from the salt air, etc. but I assume it can't hurt?Yes. Coat everything. In MN FF requires reapplications periodically during winter on areas that get washed out.
This is my midwest rust belt undercarriage using Amsoil HD Metal Protectant. It dries to a clear amber finish, so what you see is what you get. It's a nice product because you don't have to reapply it each year, dries to the touch and doesn't attract sand or dirt like the other products once it dries. For reference I've tried Fluid Film, Woolwax and Corrosion X. I like this the best.
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It's hard to say, depends on how much of the undercarriage you plan to coat and how thorough you are. I would get at least 4-5 cans to start with.How many cans do you go through?