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Expert: William Forster - 10/10/2006


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I have a rust hole 3/8" along the front windshield of my 86 toyota 4X4. There are groves where the window meets the body that is rusted. I have very little exp with auto body but this is my first project. Can I grind out the rust and mold the groves with bondo? I dont know anything about welding.

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Yes, that will work, but it will be a temporary repair at best. It will need redone every 1-2 years. For best results, remove the windshield, and use a waterproof body filler. Carefully read the filler can label, not all fillers are waterproof. Hope this helps. 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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