I got my 2001 E-150 Cargo a couple of weeks ago. I noticed that I have to cut the bad rusted metal around the 4 bolts that hold the rear of the cab on the cross-members and then weld some fresh, good metal.
(1) Thoses bolts are STUCK. Even with my impact at the max force, they don't move at all. I sprayed some WD-40 under... maybe it will help. Any other idea ?
(2) Also, the floor under the driver's feet are really rusted (like WVFord). Is it a good idea to use a wire wheel to remove all the bad rust, then use a rust converter, then a "can" primer, then Corrostop urethane paint with a roller ? Is there something else I should do to prevent the rust to come back ?
(3) I also have many small holes all around that held the previous wood floor. I tought about filling them with rubber mastic. Good ? Bad ?
(4) I read that the OEM front "rubber carpet" was the cause of the front corrosion. What I need to add to stop this ?
I got my 2001 E-150 Cargo a couple of weeks ago. I noticed that I have to cut the bad rusted metal around the 4 bolts that hold the rear of the cab on the cross-members and then weld some fresh, good metal.
(1) Thoses bolts are STUCK. Even with my impact at the max force, they don't move at all. I sprayed some WD-40 under... maybe it will help. Any other idea ? A- Use BP Blaster 1 week in advance, then again on the morning. B- Use a propane torch. C- Cut them drill the out.
(2) Also, the floor under the driver's feet are really rusted (like WVFord). Is it a good idea to use a wire wheel to remove all the bad rust, then use a rust converter, then a "can" primer, then Corrostop urethane paint with a roller ? Is there something else I should do to prevent the rust to come back ? Cut the rusted section. Weld new sheet metal. Roll/brush POR-15 or Rust-Bullet, or Eastwood. Follow their instructions on how to prep and paint.
(3) I also have many small holes all around that held the previous wood floor. I tought about filling them with rubber mastic. Good ? Bad ? If there is not heat on them the rubber is fine.
(4) I read that the OEM front "rubber carpet" was the cause of the front corrosion. What I need to add to stop this ? Yes, it attracts moisture. Use ice/water shieldor plastic sheets first. 1 or 2 very small weep holes do help.
As for the anti-rust products, I can't find locally POR-15 or Rust Bullet products. You can take a look here at the products I can locally buy: rust Search results | Canadian Tire . Any idea what would be the best ? Should I just put the "Rust Check" rust converter then apply Corrostop over it (in the corrostop litterature, they said that you don't need to apply a primer).
The van is going to be a MODULAR van. Sometime cargo (hauling music/sound equipement), something as a camper (with e-tracks setup, with bed, furniture tied to the e-tracks) and something as both. So is the underlayement product going to work ?
I have heard good things about Rust-Check. At one point I tried to find them in US, but could not. Sure, use Corrostop. Just follow their instructions.
On rubber tiles -- I am not sure if it is the right application for your intended purpose. They tend to stink -- not good if you are going to sleep in it. Maybe others can give you other alternatives. Maybe carpet?
Since the floor is going to be "removable", I could let it outside when it's not raining. I guess a few days outside would get the stinky odor away. Also, I'm planning to unroll a "fancier/soft" carpet on the top of everything when used as a camper.
Since the floor is going to be "removable", I could let it outside when it's not raining. I guess a few days outside would get the stinky odor away. Also, I'm planning to unroll a "fancier/soft" carpet on the top of everything when used as a camper.
About the Tremclad: that looks like a residential /construction product, the one you use on handrails. You want automotive. Sure, you can leave it as is, but the right job is with something like Rust Check.
About the underlayment -- yes, it does get hot above the transm. You can use aluminum foil insulation / duct insulation in that area. Conversion vans that I have seen, just have the carpet underlayment and carpet, duct insulation is even more than outfitters do.
I am sure that you have planned on insulating the walls/doors and ceilings. Batt / fiber / pink stuff works well, with an ice-water shield, i.e. plastic sheeting on the outside.
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