Wheel arch protection
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Tc24

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533 posts

169 months

Monday 27th May 2013
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Been giving the Civic a good clean today, and to my horror noticed the start of some rust on one of the rear arches. At this point in time, it's barely noticeable, but if left will only get worse.

My plan is to dremel away what's there, and with the car up in the air sans wheels, Hammerite behind the arches and under the lip (where the spot is) to seal them up. I'll then wait a few weeks for the Hammerite to fully harden before Waxoyling over it all for a bit more protection. Will probably do the same to the sills while I'm at it.

Is this a good idea or is there a better solution?

B17NNS

18,506 posts

277 months

Tuesday 28th May 2013
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Nothing wrong with the method. Better products available than Hammerite though.

Recommended to me was Hydrate 80, high zinc content primer, 2 pack followed by stone chip.