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Topic: how to remove surface rust from rotors?
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slidewayz94
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I put on cross drilled/slotted rotors all the way around and driving in the rain they have a very slight rust appearance I figured driving would eventually wear them off.
Posts: 4251 | From: Sac | Registered: Jul 2003
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Fostang
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ummm drive it.
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Posts: 3011 | From: Stockton/Danville | Registered: Nov 2003
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mtbaughs
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If driving it isn't getting rid of all the rust you can use scotch brite pads on them. It also makes them look nice if you pull them off and paint the hats with high temp flat black or color of your choice. Make sure to clean all contact surfaces with brake cleaner when your finished.
Posts: 2019 | From: Boise, Idaho | Registered: Jan 2004
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I think he means rotors, not calipers ![[burnout]](graemlins/burnout.gif) .
just drive it
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Posts: 3954 | From: Thebay | Registered: Jul 2002
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the50ho
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yeah seriously, just drive it, and use your brakes. If for whatever reason that doesn't work, I agree, just use a scotch brite pad, and be nice. Everything should come off, and leave no damage.
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Posts: 4057 | From: Roseville, Ca (Sacramento) | Registered: Nov 2000
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slidewayz94
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I'll try the scotch bright pad thanks for the help
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graylx
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This is on a tangent a little bit. But I have noticed some fox bodies with rust on surface of rear drums. You can see them peeking out from behind an expensive set of rims. Why not remove rust and paint with a semi-gloss black? Or flat? Or something...it would probably look a little bit better and can be done with very little effort.
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Posts: 891 | From: Fresno | Registered: Dec 2003
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PurpleNotch
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Originally posted by graylx:
This is on a tangent a little bit. But I have noticed some fox bodies with rust on surface of rear drums. You can see them peeking out from behind an expensive set of rims. Why not remove rust and paint with a semi-gloss black? Or flat? Or something...it would probably look a little bit better and can be done with very little effort.
true but i wouldnt paint id stick with the powder it just holds up better just my .02 ![[patriot]](graemlins/patriot.gif)
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Posts: 3177 | From: Bay area | Registered: Jun 2003
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graylx
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quote:
Originally posted by PurpleNotch:
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Originally posted by graylx:
This is on a tangent a little bit. But I have noticed some fox bodies with rust on surface of rear drums. You can see them peeking out from behind an expensive set of rims. Why not remove rust and paint with a semi-gloss black? Or flat? Or something...it would probably look a little bit better and can be done with very little effort.
true but i wouldnt paint id stick with the powder it just holds up better just my .02
I'd agree. But I was on a budget at the time and the engine paint (semi-gloss black) has held up rather well (no chips or fading). Maybe when I get a real job, I can afford such luxuries as powdercoating or a new set of LX taillights. ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
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Posts: 891 | From: Fresno | Registered: Dec 2003
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