This product chemically converts rust to a paintable, inert surface that must be topcoated. As far as the best rusttreatment paint, ive used por15 with good success but it is a bit tricker to work with than the eastwood rust encapsulator. Always on the lookout for a new, top quality product with the right chemical properties to stop rust from returning, etek restorations gave eastwood s rust converting and rust encapsulating products an honest trial on some very rusty and pitted boxside sections. Tested against wellknown brands, the eastwood rust encapsulator has proven to be superior in sunlight resistance, preventing rust creep, and overall durability. I would probably recommend the 2 part filler for the holes in your picture. Thats for medium to heavyflaky rust and areas that are dont have. As long as loose or flaking rust are removed from the surface, an application of por15 will not only cover up the rust and prevent it from spreading, but will also strengthen the underlying metal and seal holes by forming its own membranes. Sep 09, 2010 metal prep from ppg is way better then ospho and comes in a quart size,ppg dp sealer is big bucks if you are on a budget,house of kolors epoxy 2 part primer is a good deal,comes in 2 gallon kit,part a and b, and is a great price,not to mention its thick as hell,you can hose the stuff on and bury anything with it,oh just keep in mind part a is yellow,part b is blue,,it makes lime green when. Frame paintingcoating por15 or eastood or both ih8mud. Eastwoods brushon seam sealer leaves a factorylike finish and will not crack, harden or sag. You will only see it convert rust in the areas where rust is. Our 2 piece rust encapsulator kit has been reformulated with twice the. The surface also needs to be top coated after it is cured. But those repairs arent usually as frequent as wed like.
For the best protection, we suggest applying rust encapsulator over the converter and then applying the top coat. Rust repair and and corrosion prevention are necessary steps to restore a classic vehicle. I have patches of surface rust and some clean metal areas. Rust encapsulator platinum is ideal for any type of rusted metal surface and can. Ultimate paint and body guide part 4 the war against rust part 4 of hot rod s ultimate paint and body guide begins with the war on rust. Get the best deals on automotive rust prevention when you shop the largest. On properly prepared surfaces that are free of oil and grease, this product seals and stops rust and corrosion from spreading.
Crc rust converter neutralises rust and converts it to a tough black primer. A except where prohibited by law, 3m will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the 3m product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability. We still suggest knocking off the loose, flaking rust using a wire brush or wheel before applying the product. We get surprised by new patches on exteriors, and go on hunts underneath to check our frames and. Rust encapsulator platinum is a highperformance, moisturecured coating that. Most seem to be made with phosphoric and or tannic acid. Por15 does not adhere well to smooth, shiny surfaces, but will adhere well to those surfaces with the proper. Rust converter stops residual rust, and turns it into a black, protective, readytopaint coating, without sanding. Tested against wellknown brands, the eastwood rust. If you spend an hour googling rust converters, you will find a half dozen research. Tool dude tony shows you how to permanently stop rust using the threestep process and chemicals from por 15. Eastwood platinum paintover rust encapsulator coating. Rust seems to like to creep into a curved area or into a body line that takes more care to repair. Simply spray it onto springs, frames, panels and other parts.
Por15 is a rustpreventive paint designed for application directly on rusted or seasoned metal. Metal prep from ppg is way better then ospho and comes in a quart size,ppg dp sealer is big bucks if you are on a budget,house of kolors epoxy 2 part primer is a good deal,comes in 2 gallon. Weve learned a lot about restoration projects over our decades of experience helping the diy community fix up their fixeruppers. The surface should be clean and dry before application of rust converter. This high tech formula halts residual rust in its track and converts it into a black protective polymeric coating, eliminating the need for sanding. You will only see it convert rust in the areas where rust is present.
You must remember that ordinary paints are weakened by exposure to moisture. All patch work and panel replacement is done after i feel the entire vehicle is stable. My rust plan feedback needed page 2 toyota 4runner. Nov 11, 2012 rust repair and and corrosion prevention are necessary steps to restore a classic vehicle.
Por 15 is a good product but eastwoods rust converter adheres to bare metal, painted metal, converts rust and acts like a primer for a top coat. Por 15 is fully compatible with fiberglass and can be used to repair cracks in gelcoat. You dont need a lot because if you have extra, the used rust converter cant go back in the original container. Nov 15, 2006 as far as the best rust treatment paint, ive used por 15 with good success but it is a bit tricker to work with than the eastwood rust encapsulator.
For ultimate rust protection, we recommend topcoating rust converter with eastwood rust encapsulator. Automotive rust treatment solutions eastwood company. Seasoned metal and sandblasted metal are also good. Eastwood sells a rust converter for internal frames that has a nozzle which. This can be achieved through mechanical abrasive blasting, wire wheel, sanding, etc. Ultimate paint and body guide part 4 the war against rust. Always on the lookout for a new, top quality product with the right chemical properties to stop rust from returning, etek restorations gave eastwoods rust converting and rust encapsulating products an. Eastwood rust converter must be applied over heavy rust. Find great deals on ebay for rust encapsulator and rust converter.
Yes, but you will lose the important benefits of por 15. As to the fiberglass or what to use to patch it i bought a trunk kit from eastwood full of por 15 products. Frame paintingcoating por15 or eastood or both ih8mud forum. Eastwood rust encapsulator eastwood rust encapsulator has been tested by an independent lab to be the most effective rust preventive product yet. Rust, undercoating, and rustproofing repair guide autozone. If ms is anything like rust bullet, nothing will remove it except. I have limited knowledge about painting over rusted metal and have tried rust reformers with varying results.
Rust converter needs 100 percent rust present in order for it to work correctly and to fully cure. Aug 09, 2006 ultimate paint and body guide part 4 the war against rust part 4 of hot rod s ultimate paint and body guide begins with the war on rust. There are a few other similar products to fluid film such as eastwood hd anti rust, rust check rust inhibitor or coat and protect, or krown t40 rust inhibitor, but they may collect grime and. For a list of authorized dealers online click online stores. Eastwood black rust encapsulator quart and aerosol kit. There are a few other similar products to fluid film such as eastwood hd anti rust, rust check rust inhibitor or coat and protect, or krown t40 rust inhibitor, but they may collect grime and dirt just as much. Twice the corrosion resistance as the original rust encapsulator formula. A except where prohibited by law, 3m will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the 3m product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory. Find a local store or dealer for por15 rust preventive products. Stop rust in its tracks, then seal cracks, crevices and body seams with this rust encapsulator and seam sealer kit first the rust encapsulator seals and stops rust and corrosion from spreading. Mustangs monthly did a comparison test between the two a few years ago and the eastwood product held up better in rust prevention tests in a saltspray environment. It dries to a rockhard, nonporous finish that wont chip, crack, or peel, and it prevents rust from re. Perfect for rusty frames, floor pans, battery trays and other heavily rusted areas. The eastwood one quart rust converter is an incredible rust converter paint that is ideal for rust converting coat jobs.
This would be scaly rust that has begun pitting the surface and has covered all of the metal. Eastwood 12515z internal frame coating rust prevention with. Wire brush, degrease, then use a rust encapsulator like por 15 or eastwood. Rust bullet is proud to inform its customers that its products have been awarded unprecedented two patents for its superior technology and environmental friendly rust preventive products.
Eastwood rust converter and rust encapsulator etek. Por 15 does not adhere well to smooth, shiny surfaces, but will adhere well to those surfaces with the proper preparation. If you spend an hour googling rust converters, you will find a half dozen research reports that shoot holes in the claims made by rust converter companies. Oxisolve from eastwood will have the rust gone in very short time and leave the surface ready for paint with only a scuff. I have not used either of these products, but i will be before long. Seems to work as advertised, but i will not know until spring if it actually did neutralize the rust in the new areas i spraayed it on. Easy online ordering for the ones who get it done along with 247 customer service.
Eastwood rust encapsulator is ideal for parts on project cars that have started to rust, but would be very difficult to replace or fabricate. Por 15 is sensitive to uv light sun and must be topcoated before. If there is no rust present, there will be nothing for the product to react with and adhere to. Buy eastwood 12515z internal frame coating rust prevention with spray nozzle, green, pack of 1. Formulated for easy cleanup and thinning of por15 paint. Ive tried all of eastwood s rust encapsilator products and nothing beats actually removing the rust. Your order may be eligible for ship to home, and shipping is free on. Por 15 is a rust preventive paint designed for application directly on rusted or seasoned metal surfaces. With this endeavor, rust bullet has left competitors like por 15 far behind in the quest for rust prevention. This 77 has been sitting for quite a while but all in all not in too bad of shape however after learning from the past my. To apply rust converter, pour some into a small container. Frame paintingcoating por15 or eastwood or both well after selling my 74 fj40 last october it didnt take long until i couldnt stand it and got another one 77 fj40.
Crc rust converter is a unique fast drying coating formulated for treatment of lightly rusted or correctly prepared metal surfaces. I believe eastwood recommends using the rust converter several coats followed by encapsulator for best performance. Rust bullet is proud to inform its customers that its products have been awarded unprecedented two patents for its superior technology and. Im ok with the fact it needs to be reaplied if it does its job well, but im not too excited about the reports of it collecting dirt. Por 15 cant stop rust if it isnt in direct contact with the base metal. Por 15 is the original highperformance finish to permanently halt rust. It dries to a rockhard, nonporous finish that wont chip, crack, or peel, and it prevents rust from reoccurring by protecting metal from further exposure to moisture. Por15 is a rustpreventive paint designed for application directly on rusted or seasoned metal surfaces. Rust encapsulator paint showdown one year challenge. Rust converter isnt the right choice for this application. In the kit you have por 15, metal prep, degreaser, fiberglass, and a 2 part filler for smaller holes. For the absolute ultimate rust remedy, first brush or sprayon eastwood rust converter, then prime with rust encapsulator. Seems to work as advertised, but i will not know until spring if it actually did neutralize the rust in the new areas i.
I remember one of the first times i used rust bullet, i snagged my gloves a couple times and got more on me than i realized. Rust converter takes another approach, as this hightech formula penetrates rust and turns it into a polymer coating that is ready to be covered with a quality chassis black top coat. I have heard of the por 15 for some time, but i have not heard anything about the eastwood rust converter product. Rust repair panel how to patch panel kit repairing project pilehouse. Por15 is different than the rustconversion type of products, as there is no conversion involved, it does not work by converting iron oxide into brittle iron phosphate, its bond to the surface is. Oct 23, 2014 as to the fiberglass or what to use to patch it i bought a trunk kit from eastwood full of por 15 products. It works on ferrous metals iron and steel from the inside out due to exposure of unprotected surfaces to air and moisture.
Reviews rust encapsulator rust prevention by eastwood co. Painting epoxy over rust converter mig welding forum. Enter your postal code and country to list dealers in your area. Eastwoods renowned rust converter paint is now available in a convenient aerosol package.
Eastwoods own hightech formula converts rust into a protective polymeric coating thats ready to go as a primer, and is compatible with most top coats. Once i cut out the rusted area, i should have better access to coat the surrounding areas with a rust converter. In the kit you have por 15, metal prep, degreaser, fiberglass, and a 2 part filler for. If ms is anything like rust bullet, nothing will remove it except extreme abrasion and heat. The possibility of rust exists practically nationwideanywhere humidity, industrial pollution or chemical salts are present, rust can form. Its a rust remover that leaves a zinc phosphate coating on. Rust protection done right eastwood auto body repair tools.
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