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How do i patch rust on my truck?

Updated: 12/8/2022
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First you must grind all rust out. You can pre treat with a rust converter which will turn the rust particles in a soluble metal then use an acid primer to seal metal. Use a filler such as fiber glass or bondo to fill pitts. Use a Filler Primer after sanding and smoothing out surface.

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