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Search Auto Parts Search Rust Repair // How would you fix this? Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Auto Body Repair and Refinishing red_giant12 New User Mar 6, 2021, 5:07 PM Post #1 of 4 (902 views) Rust Repair // How would you fix this? Sign In Hi folks, This is my first post here, happy to be part of this community 😊 I have a rust issue on a Jeep Commander (2006) which I am considering to buy. The car is in great condition and mostly rust free, including the underbody. However, there is a big patch on the roof over the passenger door (see Fotos). I’m really looking forward to your advice. Two questions: a) How would you fix this? b) Do you have structural concerns regarding the location of the rust patch? My initial thought would be to begin with sand blasting the area, which is likely going to leave a big hole. I would then fill it with filler, apply an undercoating and then paint it in a similar color (not too concerned for aesthetics in this area). But maybe that is too simplistic considering the size of the patch - curious to see what you guys think. Here are some pictures (hope this works): http://autoforums.carjunky.com/photos/pic/587RS3e1/1733.jpg http://autoforums.carjunky.com/photos/pic/587RS3e1/1734.jpg Cheers, red_giant12 Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Mar 6, 2021, 5:43 PM Post #2 of 4 (882 views) Re: Rust Repair // How would you fix this? Sign In This is far more serious than you think. That is not just surface rust. You are going to have holes all over when that is ground down and being right at the edge of the panel, it cannot be repaired. The entire roof panel will separate when the rust is ground off and it cannot all be removed. This truck is nowhere near rust free and will be leaking very soon. I suggest you unload it as soon as possible. There is no fix for this. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional. Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Mar 7, 2021, 12:24 AM Post #3 of 4 (848 views) Re: Rust Repair // How would you fix this? Sign In Quote OP >" I have a rust issue on a Jeep Commander (2006) which I am considering to buy. <" Oh my! Just move on, don't buy that it's just a parts thing now that can't practically be fixed. IDK how it got that way maybe a salt water flood vehicle. Run, don't walk away from that one, T red_giant12 New User Mar 11, 2021, 3:21 PM Post #4 of 4 (824 views) Re: Rust Repair // How would you fix this? Sign In Thanks a lot to both of you! You really prevented me from taking a bad decision - much appreciated!!   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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