10 Signs That Your Classic Muscle Car Is Rusting

10 signs that your classic muscle car is rusting; this is one of those articles that could encompass a lot of different ideas. I will stick to the things that I have seen over the years restoring classic cars. I hope you don't mind if I ramble on a bit I always get back to the theme of the article.

Over the years I have dealt with rust in a lot of different forms, and I may present this articles in a way that is a bit different but by the time you read it you will know if your car is beginning to rust, or if it has full blown body cancer.

First I will forge on with a numbered list of the 10 signs that your classic muscle car is rusting.

1. Paint bubbling this is always a tell tail sign that rust has started in your car
2. Paint flaking is another definite sign of rust, these two are the obvious ones
3. Rock chips are turning black or brown
4. The edges of doors, hoods, or trunk lid are starting to crack
5. Small pin holes in the body of your car (any body panel)
6. Any area that feels weak to the touch has rusted from the inside (Body Cancer)
7. Paint changing colors, and you can't fix it, this is a sign of the beginning of body cancer
8. Bigger holes in the floor board, rocker panels, or trunk floor (Body Cancer)
9. Fender wells are a common spot to get Body Cancer, they will develop holes
10. The fire wall in your engine compartment is a common place to rust, it will usually come from between the areas where they join two pieces of metal together.

The one thing that you need to remember about rust is that it is very hard to stop it from destroying your car once it has started the process. The biggest reason that rust starts in the first place is that people don't wash their cars enough.

Dirt; leafs and road grime will get in every crack and cranny of your car; these things hold moisture in and cause your car to rust. There are always things like rock chips in the paint, or bad body work that can cause rust also, so make sure that any work done on your car is done right.

In every case with body cancer the affected area must be cut out and replaced there is no easier, or shorter way to do it. Surface rust can be fixed by grinding the affected area clean, and repainting it. I know it all sounds like a ton of work, that is because it is.

Your best bet is to wash your car at least once per week if you drive it. In my next article I will talk more about rust prevention. This happens during the restoration of a car, you can make cars almost rust proof if you do it right, but that is in the next article.

I hope the 10 signs that your classic muscle car is rusting has helped some of our readers, please let us know if your like it.

I've been in the automotive business for about 20 or 25 years, I have worked in all facets of the industry, from parts to restoration, all different makes and models, I just want to keep people interested in the old cars because it's where my heart is.

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The Seven Deadly Warning Signs You're Dealing With A Bad Mechanic

When researching mechanics in your area, there are seven key factors to look into to make sure your dealing with a reputable shop. Some of the most basic concerns may appear obvious while others are less than likely to have been noticed without a trained eye. Looking out for these tell tale signs now, before you get the work done, will help ensure that you get the quality service and product your money deserves. These are the seven signs you're dealing with a reputable company.

1) How long has the company been in business?

If it's a new business then that could lead to trouble. Many new mechanic shops fail within the first few years, which could sub sequentially, leave you hanging out to dry. If they haven't been in your area for at least a few years, there is no telling if they will be there a month after your mechanic work is done and you have questions. It's better to play it safe than sorry on this one and chose a shop who's been in your area for a while.

2) Experience of the staff?

No one wants to trust their car with someone who barely knows what to do. Most mechanics carry a national certification and will tell you what year they got it in. Be wary of any mechanic that just recently got their certification. Make sure you run from any mechanic that avoids this question all together.

3) Level of Customer Service?

If the mechanic is rude with you over the phone or gives you an attitude during a quote, you probably don't want to be doing business with them. Think about it, if they are that rude with you before they have your money, imagine how they will act after they already have it. Seems like common sense but many people don't let this weigh in enough on their choice of mechanics.

4) Materials used

Many mechanics try to cut corners on the cost of materials. This leads to an inferior end result, all at your expense. Trust a mechanic who takes pride in his tools.

5) Price

Seems simple right? Just pick the mechanic that's the cheapest. WRONG! If a mechanic offers you a price well below the industry average then there is probably something wrong. A reputable mechanic will quote you on what he feels is a good price. If he feels that that is a good price then he obviously doesn't feel his time is worth much (most likely because he offers an inferior product). Don't trust mechanics that low ball you.

6) Deliver time

Many of the best mechanics will have at least a few days worth of work ahead of yours. If a mechanic tells you he can have a major job done that day, that may be because he doesn't have any other work (probably because of a poor reputation). Be especially wary of this one when combined with an extremely low price, these two combined almost always lead to headache.

7) Finished project

Overall, this alone is the most important factor, but since you can't see that until it's done, your next best option is to ask for photos of some of their previous customer's cars. If they can't provide at least a few pictures then there is probably something wrong.

So if you need something done right the first time and for an honest price, Call Rayco Automotive of St. Petersburg. 727.327.2001

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