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Old 30-12-2009, 02:25 PM   #1
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Exhaust Rust

Sorry to sound like a noob, but i got my catback exhaust installed about 3 weeks ago at castle hill exhaust. i got a 2.25 catback with twin tips. It's only been 3 weeks and i'm already noticing rust inside the tips of the exhaust.

What is the best way to prevent further rust?
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Old 30-12-2009, 08:18 PM   #2
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hmm, must be a dodgey job to rust so quickly. head down to supercheap/autobarn etc and get some rust proofer & rust converter. follow the directions to remove the rust, then rust proof the area
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Old 30-12-2009, 09:04 PM   #3
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before you do anything, take it back to the exhaust shop & show them. It should not rust this soon and they should fix it.
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Old 30-12-2009, 09:26 PM   #4
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lots of factors can cause this. cheap mild steel. condensation. salty air.

park it outside at night?
get a cheap $300 job done?
live near the beach?
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Old 30-12-2009, 11:00 PM   #5
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Thanks for the help, i'm going to take it back for them to have a look at in the days to come.


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lots of factors can cause this. cheap mild steel. condensation. salty air.

park it outside at night?
get a cheap $300 job done?
live near the beach?
1 Yes i do
2 $330 to be precise
3 No
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