Rust repair is probably one of the most daunting tasks there is in the automotive world. Most of the world would rather do the ice bucket challenge everyday for a year before fixing rust on their old jalopy. There’s definitely a time and place to repair an area to a concours level but that work isn’t always justified or maybe talent just runs out and you’re stuck with how to repair the rust as simple as possible. If you aren’t doing a 100 point restoration and just want to do an easy repair that WILL last follow the steps below.
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Can I Use Auto Body Glue to Repair My Car?
Initially adhesives were used in auto body manufacturing to overcome an issue or weak spot in the construction of a car. As time has gone on auto body glue has become more and more beneficial. First the skill required to apply the adhesives is much lower as long as you can properly follow the mixing and application guidelines. Also glues are lighter weight and can join dissimilar metals like aluminum body skins to a steel inner structure. When used in modern automotive assembly the glues may be baked over an extended period of time to fully cure the joints without distorting the metal.