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Under Seal Spray ?
Posted: Fri Nov 17, 2006 2:33 pm
by gazeek
So iv got a newly imported FTO , and im reading about how they need an under spray ? or something to prevent corrosion underneath ? is that right ? .. Why wouldnt it have it already ? ..
Do i need this ? and if so , whats it going to set me back ? who does them ?
cheers
Posted: Fri Nov 17, 2006 2:58 pm
by kid_dynamite
It's not something that's really done in Australia, they do it over in Japan and the UK because of the snow.
Cars from certain areas in Japan may be more prevalent to these conditions - i.e. Northern Japan (Hokkaido region), snows a lot and there can be rust problems for cars from there.
If you are worried, fish oil spray is commonly used. You can get it from most automotive stores (Repco, SuperCheap Auto, etc) and apply yourself. Alternatively get a smash repairer to do it for you, probably cost you a hundred bucks or so.
I doubt you'd need it however.
Posted: Fri Nov 17, 2006 3:07 pm
by gazeek
Ok cool ..
I had an NRMA inspection before i bought it , and he mentioned that I have should have it done ASAP if I lived near a beach area (which i do ) so he got me a little worried ...
Posted: Fri Nov 17, 2006 3:36 pm
by kid_dynamite
Yeah salt (from seawater) can lead to rust.
Easy solution - if you live near rust prone areas, wash and hose down your car regularly.
If you still want to spray it, can of fish oil spray costs $10. Give it to your mechanic next time he services your car and tell him to hose off the underside and then spray the car if you are worried.