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Expert: Bill Milbert - 2/2/2010


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Recently purchased 2001 F250.  Truck is in great shape except significant rust on underbody.  Looked closely for structural damage and found none.  However, I am concerned that rust will continue to deteriorate the frame and suspension.  Heard that Ziebart or similar businesses can apply treatments that "seal" existing rust for about $300-$400.  Is this something that should be done?

Answer
Yes and Not necessarily Phil. If you live on the east coast/Canada, or places where there is a
significant amount of road salt used, I would say yes indeed.Other than that It 's really not
a must in MY opinion. Your f-250 frame and suspension is without a doubt, the strongest,best
built , and most resilient chassis on the road today even without the Ziebart.
Hey, You could do it yourself. NAPA/PEP-BOYS/AUTO ZONE #3M ONLY Rubberized HD Undercoating.
You would need about 6 cans for two even applications.
                                                         Hope this helps, Bill

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Questions related to Auto Body & Frame repair, structural integrity. Proper routes to follow for damage diagnosis, suggestion on repairs or replacement, when it should be considered as a safety factor and any and all questions on heavy collision repairs, frame or uni-body. Weld do's and don'ts and what will work best.

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35 years of experience in heavy collision, uni-body and frame repair. Have expertise in certifications for Caroliner Bench, Chief E-Z Liner rack and tower systems among others.

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2 years Junior college in automotive tech.

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