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Old Jul 24, 2019 | 08:44 PM
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Chassis rust

I have rust all over the chassis of my 02 f250, it’s flaking but I can’t poke any holes through it and the inside looks rather clean, what would be the best way to go about this? Could I get away with using just an angle grinder? Or should have it sandblasted? What products should I use when putting a powder coat on it? Another question, I’m looking to put some 35s on it, would it be better to level it or lift it? What size level or lift kit?
 
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Old Jul 24, 2019 | 09:08 PM
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I have a 2002 F350 4x4 with a leveling kit and 35/2.50’s and no rub
 
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Depending on the severity I usually reccomend removing the bed. Sandblasting would be best but you could also needle scale everything you can, then of course some type of rust inhibiting chassis paint
 
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Old Jul 24, 2019 | 09:33 PM
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Would I have to remove the cab as well or can I get away with sandblasting while it’s on? I can try to provide some pictures after work tomorrow
 
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Originally Posted by BiggBlack02
Would I have to remove the cab as well or can I get away with sandblasting while it’s on? I can try to provide some pictures after work tomorrow

Only if it’s really really bad. Generally the front stays in better shape because it gets covered in more oil and grease. I’ll look out for some pics
 
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