Start by getting the right materials.
Best way clean truck frame.
Using wax and grease removal clean the surface.
There are a number of ways to deal with a rusty truck frame.
On an entirely other level though you can convert the rust with a formula like corroseal.
It was the 70s before most rodders had grinders in their gargaes and they were 15 monstres from sears b d etc no mini stuff like today.
Welcome to the old world traditional way to clean stuff up.
Unfortunately the fender areas on this truck both the front and rear seems to have the majority of rust with minimal frame paint left.
You can use a 40 grit flap disc on an angle grinder to cover much of the flat spots and wire wheel the tighter areas.
Prepare the area using plastic sheeting and a tape.
How to clean up a rusty frame on a budget.
So what s the best way to remove rust from the truck frame.
See how we took care of the rust using rust oleum right here in this.
You can start with the standard rust removal process using por 15.
We placed a few fans under the truck to speed up the drying process in order to get on with the rest of the prepping.
Remove as much of the loose scale dirt as possible treat with phosphoric acid prime then paint.
Hello everyone in this particular tutorial i will be showing you how to clean up a rust frame on a budget.
Many rodders of days of yore had only a 3 8 drill for a power tool.
Keeping the paint protected with a clear auto bra such as 3m premium paint protection film can help take care of the top half.
Gas welding frames was not uncommon either.
Leave a space of 6 inches in all sides.
Keeping the under body of your car clean and free from contaminants and abrasive debris is one more way to keep it running well and prolong its life.
Cover the area that surrounds the rusty area.
Alternatively you can find a middle ground with a surface prepper by ospho.