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Hi, I just bought a 1995 Jeep Cherokee Sport and it has some significant rust on the under body. The floor boards underneath the driver's side has already been replaced by the previous owner via a road sign. However, the rest of the floor boards, while not in dire need of attention, should be fixed somewhat. Would an undercoating seal up what rust there is? Or should I replace the floor boards? And with what? If I could, I would do it myself but I have no access to welding tools, etc. So to get to the point, what would you recommend?
This jeep is in an advanced stage of decay. Nothing will stop the spread of rust except panel replacement, which sounds beyond your scope. Drive her untill she dies, or be prepared to spend thousands of dollars this vehicle is not worth to fix it. Bill
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William Forster
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22 year veteran, 2 years of vocational training. A.S.E. certified Master collision repair/refinish technician. I-CAR certified. 17 yrs. GM experience. I can answer most questions related to automotive body repairs, ranging from small scratch repairs all the way up to the most extensive collision repairs. I can expertly advise people on what to expect from their body shop experience, right down to what self repairs should, and should not, be done. Lastly, I can advise tricks and tips for classic car restoration, such as lead repairs. SORRY, I DO NOT DO ONLINE ESTIMATES OR GIVE PARTS PRICES!! BE PREPARED FOR THE CORRECT ANSWER- NOT THE ONE YOU WANT TO HEAR. I won't B.S. you, or sugar coat answers. Just plain, hard facts.
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