rust on exhaust

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  1. Mad Mallard

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    is rust a regular occurence on exhuast systems?

    I put about 30k on my stock and never got rust, but this aftermarket is less than 10k and has rust...
     
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    is it random tech?
     
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    yes.

    anyone answer?
     
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    Random Tech has a tendency to develop surface rust. Its nothing major, you could just take some steel wool and take it right off.
     
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    should i then use any chemical or polish to protect the sucker?

    and what grade of steel wool would be okay?
     
    #5 Mad Mallard, Jan 21, 2006
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    i wouldnt personaly use steel wool, it may remove the rust but it will leave fine scratches in the metal. go to any hardware store and ask them, i know there is this jelly that removes surface rust like a champ, i just cant remember the name of it.
     
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    I wonder if the metal polish I always use would work, I'll check the tin and let ya know.
     
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    if you mean Naval Jelly... thats stuff is really really heavy... is it safe to use on something like that?

    and the rust is only on parts of the muffler, not the tip, so i wouldn't mind a little bit of 0000 grit swirl marks...
     
    #8 Mad Mallard, Jan 21, 2006
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    If you're worried about rust, I don't think steel wool would be the best course of action.
     
    #9 moose, Jan 21, 2006
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    so, what then? a dremmel with a felt bit?

    Sand paper?

    ?_?
     
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    Well, if you create a rough surface of any kind I guarantee you you'll have more rust than you ever thought possible.

    Look into a clear rust coating like everbrite or something.
     
    #11 moose, Jan 21, 2006
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    i'm sorry, cover up the rust?

    not remove it, then protect?

    i really confused now...
     
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    No, remove and protect... just don't remove and leave it or you'll end up with more rust than before.
     
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    thats what i was saying, use like really soft 0000 steel wool.

    Everbrite's a good sealant?
     
    #14 Mad Mallard, Jan 21, 2006
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    I haven't used it, but from what I gather it's good stuff.
     
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    oh...sorry it took me so long to answer this but i had the same problem on my Random Tech exhaust....I use "never dull" and some elbow grease and your good to go!!!
     
    #16 1ll-WRX, Jan 23, 2006
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