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Rust rust and more rust

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by 1Biggerwoody, Mar 20, 2025.

  1. Mar 20, 2025 at 6:27 AM
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    1Biggerwoody

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    Was hoping to get some running boards and discovered a wee bit of rust on the rockers- what is the best way to fix? Should I just sand the rust off, and do an undercoating and get something that bolts to the frame?
    IMG_9344.jpg
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  2. Mar 20, 2025 at 6:37 AM
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    Oh wow, that does not look good at all! I have no ideas but I guess if the frame is solid you’re still good
     
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  3. Mar 20, 2025 at 6:38 AM
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    Already has the new frame from about 3-4 years ago - this is just the body where the previous boards and mounts rusted right off
     
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    Installed a Pop n Lock,,That's it !..Bone stock
    If there is more underbody rust on your taco I would reconsider going forward...Looks tough..
     
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    The frame and underbody are good and the front part of the rockers on both sides aren’t bad. IMG_9347.jpg
     
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    I do believe I see sheet metal fabrication in your future.
     
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    Sure looking that way... I definitely don't have those skills so I am going to have to find someone...
     
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