Auto body repair & detailing/vw body rust

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Expert: William Forster - 1/30/2009


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Thanks for your info. I have an old 72' super beetle that is "chopped" to look like a baja bug. It probobly is not worth much except it's kinda cool looking and still runs very well. The problem is terminal rust to the roof area. The rolled edgees are rusted through is some spots and there is deep penetration around the sunroof. Will I have to cut out the roof and get someone to weld a piece of sheet metal there, or what do you think would be the best way to at least cover it up and STOP the rust.
Thanks. Jim

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You need to graft in a roof- a big job, at best. The only way to get rid of and stop rust is to cut it out completely. Bugs were notorious rust buckets. I had one once- 68 beetle with an automatic clutch. Cool set up, but you couldn't push start it if the battery went dead. Bill

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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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