Author |
Message |
deloreanbiker Samba Member
Joined: April 20, 2005 Posts: 10 Location: Steamboat Springs, CO
|
Posted: Wed Apr 20, 2005 3:06 pm Post subject: Rust problem |
|
|
I've got a 68 Sqbk that is extremely solid - EXCEPT - the rear "load deck" is essentially rusted away. The engine cover is, however, okay.
Two questions: How did this happen? What is the fix to prevent reoccurence?
Where can I find a "rear clip" (I'm told that is what I need).
Okay, so that's 3 questions - sorry. Really need help here. |
|
Back to top |
|
|
Russ Wolfe Samba Member
Joined: October 08, 2004 Posts: 25187 Location: Central Iowa
|
Posted: Wed Apr 20, 2005 3:18 pm Post subject: |
|
|
This is usually caused by years of leakage where the ECU for the fuel inject is installed. A lot of mechanics didn't bother to get the bottom clips back in right, and then it would leak. Also, seals around the windows can leak and the rear hatch seal. I think, if you look though, you will find most of the rust is on the left side near the ECU. _________________ Society is like stew. If you don't keep it stirred up, you end up with a lot of scum on the top!--Edward Abbey
Gary: OK. Ima poop. |
|
Back to top |
|
|
josh Samba Member
Joined: July 13, 2003 Posts: 1773 Location: laid back in the tall grass
|
Posted: Wed Apr 20, 2005 7:21 pm Post subject: |
|
|
Mine rusted out on both sides and especially in front of the engine cover up to the back of the seat. It doesn't seem to be particularly bad near the ecu cover. ECU cover leakage is the only explanation I've ever heard.
You pretty much have to find a donor car and cut it out. When there was a solid square at the wreckers I rented a portable generator and cut it out with a sawzall. Used lots of blades. Getting a donor piece that's bigger than you think you need is a good idea if you haven't cut the damage from the car yet. |
|
Back to top |
|
|
Russ Wolfe Samba Member
Joined: October 08, 2004 Posts: 25187 Location: Central Iowa
|
Posted: Wed Apr 20, 2005 7:24 pm Post subject: |
|
|
Lost integrety <sp> of the fender well seam sealer. John Jaransen had the fenderwell problems on his '66 Square. He just welded in new metal I think. _________________ Society is like stew. If you don't keep it stirred up, you end up with a lot of scum on the top!--Edward Abbey
Gary: OK. Ima poop. |
|
Back to top |
|
|
|