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Rust on suspension parts

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Garrett75x, Aug 18, 2017.

  1. Aug 18, 2017 at 7:41 PM
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    Garrett75x

    Garrett75x [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Was peeking around under my truck and noticed some rust spots on unpainted parts I believe?
    Anything I can spray or do? Or is this normal
    Only 2700 miles
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  2. Aug 18, 2017 at 7:48 PM
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    stun gun

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    Brother. That is just some very minor surface oxidation.

    You will die from old age before those specific spots disintegrated. But your rocker panels and frame is a whole different story.
     
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  3. Aug 18, 2017 at 7:52 PM
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    Thanks have been searching threads, Ive never owned a new truck so I was kind of surprised to see rust so soon
     
  4. Aug 18, 2017 at 7:53 PM
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    It's raw steel, so it's just gonna be a thing. But you'll notice it's fine and dusty, if you live in SoCal, that will be the extent of your rust lol.
     
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  5. Aug 18, 2017 at 7:55 PM
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    If you want it to look better, use some rust reformer, then black paint. Then it will look nice again. :)
     
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  6. Aug 18, 2017 at 8:30 PM
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