1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site

Rust coating

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by propjock, Oct 24, 2018.

  1. Oct 24, 2018 at 6:05 PM
    #1
    propjock

    propjock [OP] Member

    Joined:
    Sep 23, 2016
    Member:
    #198052
    Messages:
    15
    Gender:
    Male
    just moved to Chicago and was wondering if I need to rust proof the truck.
     
  2. Oct 24, 2018 at 6:06 PM
    #2
    redbull9944

    redbull9944 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Oct 28, 2013
    Member:
    #115443
    Messages:
    969
    Gender:
    Male
    Southwestern PA
    Vehicle:
    ‘24 LC250 First Edition, ‘25 TRDOR 6MT, 2016 DCSBTRDOR Inferno 6MT, 2004 Double Cab 4WD Project
    Prinsu Rack, 275/70R17 Cooper ST MAXXs, TRD PRO 4Runner Wheels, 5100s
    Fluid film
     
  3. Oct 24, 2018 at 6:09 PM
    #3
    onakat

    onakat Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 2, 2016
    Member:
    #191075
    Messages:
    1,675
    Gender:
    Female
    Canada
    Vehicle:
    2000 indestructaco!
    Chicago does use winter salt and chemicals, so yes, rustproofing is very important if you want to keep your truck in good condition. If you want to do it yourself, use some fluid film
     
  4. Oct 24, 2018 at 7:16 PM
    #4
    Riding Dirty

    Riding Dirty Sinner; saved by grace

    Joined:
    May 27, 2016
    Member:
    #188065
    Messages:
    2,391
    Vehicle:
    Before: '16 TRD OR 4x4 AC QS//After: 17 T4R Pro 040
    PlastiDip
    Fluid film or....up in that area look for krown, there should be shops nearby to have it done at.
     

Products Discussed in

To Top