Rust Removal - Battery Tray/Holder (10 Viewers)

[Relot76]

One simple project leads to another. I removed my battery in my 1969 FJ40 to make it easier to install a rebuilt fuel pump. The plastic liner under the battery had been hiding rust and corrosion that had built up over the years. The metal tray is in good shape -- only surface rust and corrosion. I have scraped away as much as I can easily clean. I would appreciate the forum experts telling me the best way to clean the tray from here so that I can paint it and re-install. It does not need to be "concours" perfect before I paint it. Thanks! Pictures below. Also, for anyone who might be interested in what a 3/1968 FJ40 battery tray mount looks like, I have attached that photo as well.

 

[Jdc1]

I’d run it through the sandblaster and hit it with primer/paint of your choice. Or stop off at your local powder coater. Another good option :

Amazon.com - CRC Evapo-Rust, Heavy-Duty Rust Remover, Reusable, Acid-Free, Non-Corrosive, Water-based, 32 oz, Removes Rust to Bare Metal

Amazon.com - CRC Evapo-Rust, Heavy-Duty Rust Remover, Reusable, Acid-Free, Non-Corrosive, Water-based, 32 oz, Removes Rust to Bare Metal

www.amazon.com

 

[charliemeyer007]

You could do the electrolysis rust remover. Battery charger and plastic tub/ box with a bag and some washing soda.

I would use some rubberized sort of goop over top the primed unit.

https://www.harborfreight.com/15-oz-rubberized-undercoating-73034.html

 

[Shark56]

Day long soak in Evapo Rust or a similar product.

 

[John McVicker]

The absolute easiest way (now that you have gone as far as you have) is to paint it, as is…with POR 15.

It was made to Paint Over Rust.

 

[charliemeyer007]

 

[pb4ugo]

@mydogpea is selling a new batt tray and hold down in the classified section.

 

[Jdc1]

That’s a great video, i like the Evapo- Rust if there’s any original paint that I’m working around. If you are careful, it won’t lift the paint.

 

[brian]

Media blasting cabinet.

 

[Augustiron]

Stainless Steel Battery Trays for TOYOTA LANDCRUISER

I put a few in 60, 62 and 40s, great product. (Not affiliated)

40 showing not in stock, I must have gotten the last one delivered last week lol.

 

[Mark Jennings]

Personally, I’d take to your local powder coater, he’ll blast it to white metal, and the powder coat is basically a plastic, will protect it from the elements and small acid spills.

 

[MOTOV8R]

Personally, I’d take to your local powder coater, he’ll blast it to white metal, and the powder coat is basically a plastic, will protect it from the elements and small acid spills.

This is definitely the easy button approach and i have done it for a few parts. Makes sense for the battery tray since it is s harsh environment and powder coat is very durable.

For rust removal I use vinegar. I always have it on hand since I save what I use for my annual hot water heater flush. It’s safe and works, just a takes a little longer than some of the other products.

 

[-MaTTi-]

You can still buy OEM battery tray from Toyota. Only about $20.