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Cleaning up under fenders/frame?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Lightsped, Mar 3, 2021.

  1. Mar 3, 2021 at 5:57 AM
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    Lightsped

    Lightsped [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Currently have 2017 with 30k miles on it. What's the best way to remove the accumulation of dirt and grime that is up in the fenderwells and on the frame? Would pressure washing damage the finish on the frame? There also some flexible rubber like pieces locate din the front fenderwells that shield the bottom parts of the motor.

    Just don't want to cause any damage.
     
  2. Mar 3, 2021 at 6:23 AM
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    Tacowin1013

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    I have a foam cannon that i mix in dish soap and water, spray it under there and let it sit for about 15-20 minutes, and rinse it all well, once dry i reapply FF or cosmoline based protectant. I do this twice a year usually early spring (around this time) and late fall before winter

    I've done this since i got my truck new and living in the salt belt/midwest, i barely even have surface rust anywhere.
     
  3. Mar 3, 2021 at 6:29 AM
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    TacoGlenn

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    from:
    Rust Prevention/Treatment Consolidation Thread | Tacoma World

    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2n...-rust-after-dealer-undercoat.html#post9931880
    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/1st-gen-tacomas/363948-salt-belt.html#post9914218
    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/1st-gen-tacomas/363280-when-wash-salt-off-truck.html
    http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=353930 (forum)
    http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/clean-a-frame-with-out-sand-blasting.741102/ (forum)
    http://www.legendarycollectorcars.c...underside-of-your-car-the-easy-off-challenge/ (forum)
    http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/sandblast-pressure-wash-frame-197542.html (forum)
    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/1s...me-rust-fix-what-works-best.html#post10045109
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/removing-fluid-film-and-the-filth-it-collects.391626/
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/frame-issues-should-i-undercoat.399888/#post-11105854
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/frame-issues-should-i-undercoat.399888/#post-11105418
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/frame-issues-should-i-undercoat.399888/#post-11105538
    http://www.pressurewashersdirect.com/power/undercarriage-cleaners.html
    http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum...under-car-washer-water-pressure-question.html
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/potential-rust-location-found.407339/
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/tacoma-hidden-leaf-trap.255737/
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/winter-wash.412051/
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...solidation-thread.355928/page-4#post-11718350
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/2015-frame-rot.415388/page-2#post-11785916
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...estroy-itself-with-rust.429307/#post-12339553
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/cold-weather-washing-tips-tricks.465969/
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/winter-washing.468740/
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/inexpensive-undercarriage-washer.530082/
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/undercarrage-washer.531280/
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...e-possible-to-damage-it.587458/#post-19599959
    https://www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-P...ickid=zbPU5G0EExyOWPQwUx0Mo38XUkn1USXHPQMW3Q0
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/washing-in-winter.700121/
     
  4. Mar 3, 2021 at 6:34 AM
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    Clearwater Bill

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