Rust Proofing - yea or nay?

[NonTypicalCPA]

I’m picking up a new AT4 next week and am considering having it rust proofed. Live in Michigan where we get lots of salt on the road. How much does rust proofing help avoid/delay the start of rust?

[stevejones]

This is, and can only be, an opinionated topic.  Here's mine:  how much it helps is a function of the product & application.  I'm a fan of DIY application with Cortec VpCI-368.  Krown was a joke - they didn't even lower my spare tire to get the rear crossmember.  I've tried Fluid Film, but it washes away too easily.  The Cortec product dries to a wax-like texture & stays put.  I bought the 5-gal bucket & have been pounding it on my GMT400 since I brought it up from TX in 2013.  Still looks great!

Edited September 12, 2020 by stevejones

[Grover67]

Got mine done this summer shortly after I picked mine up. Not alot of places do it around me, I'm north of Lansing. Was just going to do it myself but decided to let Ziebart do it after some looking around. May not be the best route but at least giving it some protection.

 

What did you go with for motor in your AT4?

 

-Grover67

 

 

[508gm1]

How long do you intend to keep this truck for?

[NonTypicalCPA]

12 hours ago, Grover67 said:

Got mine done this summer shortly after I picked mine up. Not alot of places do it around me, I'm north of Lansing. Was just going to do it myself but decided to let Ziebart do it after some looking around. May not be the best route but at least giving it some protection.

 

What did you go with for motor in your AT4?

 

-Grover67

 

 

Great looking truck!  I went big, getting the 6.2. 

[NonTypicalCPA]

12 hours ago, 508gm1 said:

How long do you intend to keep this truck for?

It’s got everything I want in a truck. Hopefully 10 years. 

[Grover67]

59 minutes ago, NonTypicalCPA said:

Great looking truck!  I went big, getting the 6.2. 

Thanks!

Nice!!

Should be alot of fun and a great ride!

 

-Grover67

[508gm1]

My opinion : Yes, get it done yearly. Drop the spare tire before you take it in if you want that area coated. Most places will not bother to drop the tire. I go to Krown. Some shops seem to do a more thorough / liberal application. Attached are some pictures of my 2017 (fourth application, last one done 2 months ago). Your shop of choice will drill holes in the doors and the pillars. 

Edited September 13, 2020 by 508gm1