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Rusted fender screws

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Tacoma Mark, Mar 13, 2025.

  1. Mar 13, 2025 at 5:16 AM
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    I can't find rust proof fender screws.
     
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    I painted them with a small brush…Semigloss black rust oleum.
     
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    I put a little honey goo on all my Toyota fender screws. It’s made by kleen Flo and it sticks. Stays all winter. No rusted screws since 2016
     
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    Ive been using these on all my screws, first I spray WD40 let it sit hour or so then i install these. On top of that woolwax all over the truck frame, it aint rusting anytime soon

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    I dont think stainless steel or whatever kind screw, any kind will rust doesnt matter. Over time corrosion will get to it. Unless, you start spraying WD40 every 2 months or so or you cover them like these screws
     
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