Rear quarter/fender issues...
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Rear quarter/fender issues...
the paint started poppin' real bad on my rear pass. side and today I said enough and took the sanding disc to the paint to reveal what was underneath.
I was quite shocked on how bad it really is..
There is evidence of previous work as this area had been re-sprayed. So now, My options.. I know the proper fix is to cut out the bad metal and weld in new. I figure since I have to do this, I might as well make room for some fat rubber..especially since I am due for new summer tires and will be getting new wheels to mount the new tires on. I remember seeing what looked like metal +10mm wide fender lips..Anyone know what I am talking about? What else can I do that will be stock looking if anything? What kind of rubber can I jam under the rear with fender mods on stock ride height? I am thinking 275? Will 275's fit on the front ? Have a look and let me know what you guys think?
Yep, that's the exact same problem I have. I took it to the stealership about a year ago to see if they would cover it under the perforation warranty and they denied it because they said it wasn't all the way through. A few months later I tried to fix it myself and the rust did in fact go all the way through 
I tried Bondo but it's already bubbling up and starting to rust again. Curious to hear some other suggestions on how to fix it.
I tried Bondo but it's already bubbling up and starting to rust again. Curious to hear some other suggestions on how to fix it.
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Yep, that's the exact same problem I have. I took it to the stealership about a year ago to see if they would cover it under the perforation warranty and they denied it because they said it wasn't all the way through. A few months later I tried to fix it myself and the rust did in fact go all the way through I tried Bondo but it's already bubbling up and starting to rust again. Curious to hear some other suggestions on how to fix it.
I tried Bondo but it's already bubbling up and starting to rust again. Curious to hear some other suggestions on how to fix it.So now I'm at the point I have to get this taken care of before it gets worse.
You guys can try POR15 rust treatment. It reverses or stops the corrosion process from taking place. I've tried it on my car and it seems to be ok so far, only has been on there for a month or so.
Link to a new rear 1/4 panel And it turns out they're not even expensive. Cheap way to make sure it gets done right.
-James
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you can also cut the area out and weld in a new section than apply a rust prevention spray and than body filler and than turn you rear quarters into this:
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2...0/IMG_6010.JPG
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2...0/IMG_6010.JPG
I had the same issue with my driver side rear fender. I already got it fixed and thought it was something that I might have caused (don't remember hitting anything).
But looks like its a problem from the manufacturer. Obviously I would be wasting my time speaking with the dealership.
I have a brother in law who is a class action suit attorney. I think I'm gonna check with him and see what he says.
But looks like its a problem from the manufacturer. Obviously I would be wasting my time speaking with the dealership.
I have a brother in law who is a class action suit attorney. I think I'm gonna check with him and see what he says.
you can also cut the area out and weld in a new section than apply a rust prevention spray and than body filler and than turn you rear quarters into this:
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2...0/IMG_6010.JPG
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2...0/IMG_6010.JPG
I had the same issue with my driver side rear fender. I already got it fixed and thought it was something that I might have caused (don't remember hitting anything).
But looks like its a problem from the manufacturer. Obviously I would be wasting my time speaking with the dealership.
I have a brother in law who is a class action suit attorney. I think I'm gonna check with him and see what he says.
But looks like its a problem from the manufacturer. Obviously I would be wasting my time speaking with the dealership.
I have a brother in law who is a class action suit attorney. I think I'm gonna check with him and see what he says.
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Just had it at a shop to have a friend of a friend take a look at it. He told me 500 to fix both sides going the POR15 route to stop the rust and then filler and paint. Said it wont last forever but I will get some years out of it... which I know is prolly true.. hmmmm
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